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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Risca & Pontymister (RCA)

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17

train journeys
per day

109

miles (176 kms)

3hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

06:18 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Risca & Pontymister (RCA)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Risca & Pontymister , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Risca & Pontymister is approximately 109 miles (176 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 5 mins.

CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, East Midlands Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Risca & Pontymister.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Risca & Pontymister. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 16 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Leicester to Risca & Pontymister

Journeys from Leicester to Risca & Pontymister Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:18
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:00
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:22
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:18
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:16
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:00
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:18
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:18
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    16:00
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:18
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    17:00
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:18
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    18:00
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:18
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    19:00
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:18
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    20:34
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:50
    3 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    21:27
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:18
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    22:39
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:41
    9 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:50
    10 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    07:00
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:56
    9 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    08:00
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:47
    10 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:00
    Leicester
    Risca & Pontymister
    Leicester to Risca & Pontymister

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 Risca & Pontymister Station

Station name Risca & Pontymister (RCA)
Address Risca & Pontymister station, Station Approach, off Park Road, Risca, Caerphilly County, NP11 6BB
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Risca & Pontymister

The travel time between Leicester and Risca & Pontymister by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Risca & Pontymister vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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

Amenities on trains between Leicester and Risca & Pontymister 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 & Risca & Pontymister. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, East Midlands Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Risca & Pontymister.

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