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Dronfield to Leicester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Dronfield to Leicester, starting from £36.20 and averaging £36.20. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 2m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:24 1h 5m, No direct Dronfield	06:29 Leicester	Find Tickets
06:13 1h 16m, No direct Dronfield	07:29 Leicester	Find Tickets
06:53 1h 7m, No direct Dronfield	08:00 Leicester	Find Tickets
07:15 1h 15m, No direct Dronfield	08:30 Leicester	Find Tickets
07:25 1h 38m, No direct Dronfield	09:03 Leicester	Find Tickets
08:21 1h 8m, No direct Dronfield	09:29 Paris	Find Tickets

Dronfield to Leicester train route details

First train

05:24

Last train

23:51

Departure station

Dronfield

Arrival station

Leicester

Journey time

1h 2m

Distance

49 miles

Price

£36.20*

Train Operators

Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Dronfield to Leicester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Dronfield to Leicester can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Dronfield to Leicester, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Dronfield to Leicester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Dronfield to Leicester train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Dronfield to Leicester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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