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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Bowling (BWG)

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18

train journeys
per day

265

miles (427 kms)

5hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 01:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

8

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Bowling (BWG)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Bowling , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Bowling is approximately 265 miles (427 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 23 mins.

Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, ScotRail, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Bowling.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Bowling. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 56 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Leicester to Bowling

Journeys from Leicester to Bowling Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:48
    6 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    12:15
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:22
    6 hrs 23 mins 5 changes
    13:45
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:09
    7 hrs 6 mins 4 changes - overtaken train
    15:15
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:18
    6 hrs 57 mins 5 changes
    15:15
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:09
    6 hrs 36 mins 4 changes - overtaken train
    15:45
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:15
    6 hrs 30 mins 5 changes
    15:45
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:16
    5 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    16:15
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:08
    6 hrs 37 mins 4 changes - overtaken train
    17:45
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:18
    6 hrs 27 mins 5 changes
    17:45
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:12
    6 hrs 43 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    18:55
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:18
    6 hrs 37 mins 5 changes
    18:55
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:18
    6 hrs 27 mins 5 changes
    19:45
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:18
    6 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    20:45
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:18
    5 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    22:14
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:18
    6 hrs 51 mins 5 changes
    00:09
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:06
    11 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    09:46
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:56
    11 hrs 18 mins 4 changes
    10:14
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:37
    12 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    11:45
    Leicester
    Bowling
    Leicester to Bowling

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Bowling Station

Station name Bowling (BWG)
Address Bowling station, Clyde View Court, Bowling, West Dunbartonshire, G60 5AH
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Bowling

The travel time between Leicester and Bowling by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Bowling vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:05.

First class tickets on trains between Leicester and Bowling typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Leicester and Bowling can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leicester & Bowling. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, ScotRail, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Bowling.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Leicester and Bowling, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.