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Trains from Banbury (BAN) to Leicester (LEI)

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18

train journeys
per day

40

miles (65 kms)

1hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

06:06 / 00:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Banbury (BAN) to Leicester (LEI)

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

The distance by rail from Banbury to Leicester is approximately 40 miles (65 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 16 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Banbury and Leicester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Banbury to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Banbury to Leicester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:06
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    07:53
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:09
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:11
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:11
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:11
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:11
    1 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:11
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:51
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:11
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:11
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    15:51
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:11
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    16:51
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:11
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    17:54
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:11
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    18:52
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:11
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    20:14
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:11
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    20:52
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:11
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:11
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    23:18
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:57
    6 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    04:41
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:43
    6 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    06:14
    Banbury
    Leicester
    Banbury to Leicester

About Banbury Station

Station name Banbury (BAN)
Address Banbury station, Station Road, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5AB
Managed by CH

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:15
Saturday 06:35 - 19:15
Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
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 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Banbury and Leicester

The travel time between Banbury and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Banbury and Leicester 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 06:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:34.

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

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

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

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Banbury and Leicester.

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