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Leicester to Ellesmere Port Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Leicester to Ellesmere Port? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as OMR 27.270, with average prices for this route around OMR 30.160. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
23:37 8 hours 26 minutes, Changes required Leicester	08:03 +1 Overpool		Find Tickets

Leicester to Ellesmere Port Train Route Details

First train

05:48

Last train

23:37

Departure station

Leicester

Arrival station

Ellesmere Port

Journey time

2 hours 19 minutes

Distance

139 km

Price

OMR 27.270*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Leicester to Ellesmere Port

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Leicester to Ellesmere Port can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Leicester to Ellesmere Port, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Leicester to Ellesmere Port ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Leicester to Ellesmere Port more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Leicester to Ellesmere Port train ticket types

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Trains from Leicester to Ellesmere Port from OMR 27.270

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Leicester to Ellesmere Port Train prices and times

Leicester to Ellesmere Port Train Route Details