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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Leicester (LEI)

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40

train journeys
per day

118

miles (190 kms)

3hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Leicester is approximately 118 miles (190 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 47 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Leicester.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Leicester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    3 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    09:13
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:23
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:53
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:45
    3 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    11:12
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:12
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:17
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:45
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    12:10
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:18
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:45
    3 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    13:11
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:50
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:11
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:18
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    13:51
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:45
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    14:10
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:18
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    15:10
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:50
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    15:10
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    15:51
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:45
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    16:10
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    16:10
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:18
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    16:51
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central to Leicester

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Cardiff Central and Leicester

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central 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 Cardiff Central & Leicester. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Leicester.

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