Leicester to Alfreton train with Northern Rail

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Compare train and bus for Leicester to Alfreton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Alfreton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €33.

Distance: 54 km

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€33

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€24

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Cheapest

1h 23m

Average total duration

Fastest

53m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 55m

Average total duration

2h 25m

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30m

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Why should you book Leicester to Alfreton trains with Omio?

Northern Rail as well as East Midlands Railway or east_midlands_trains offer trains services from Leicester to Alfreton.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leicester to Alfreton.

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Alfreton.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leicester to Alfreton.

Why book with Omio over Trip, Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Alfreton.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Alfreton.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Alfreton

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Trains from Leicester to Alfreton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 01:09, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 23m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €9
Distance
54 km
Average train duration
53m
Cheapest ticket price
€33
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 23m
First train
1:09 AM
Last train
10:32 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
70 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €9

Train companies: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Alfreton trainsNorthern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Alfreton from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 19m
Cheapest Price
€34
Northern Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Price
€33
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
53m
Cheapest Price
€20
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Leicester to Alfreton

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Alfreton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Alfreton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Leicester to Alfreton can start from as little as €33 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leicester to Alfreton is €33; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Leicester to Alfreton is 1h 23m to travel the 54 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Leicester to Alfreton leaves at 1:09 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Leicester to Alfreton leaves at 10:32 PM.
There are 5 trains a day from Leicester to Alfreton which require at least one change with Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Leicester to Alfreton. You can choose between East Midlands Railway. East Midlands Railway trains take around 1h 23m
When taking a train from Leicester to Alfreton, you can count on Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains for the best way to get you to Alfreton. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Leicester and Alfreton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Alfreton from Leicester is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 23m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Leicester to Alfreton is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Alfreton including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leicester to Alfreton

Most Leicester to Alfreton trains use the Leicester to Alfreton station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Alfreton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leicester
Arrival train stations in Alfreton

Which Leicester station do trains to Alfreton leave from?

Trains from Leicester to Alfreton leave from Leicester. The station is 1 km from Leicester city centre at Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB.
LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre

BusX7 · 4m · €2 · every ~3 min
16 · 7m · every ~6 min
Hop · 11m · €2 · every ~14 min

Leicester train station facilities and services

Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Leicester.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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