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Trains from Gloucester to Leicester (LEI)

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29

train journeys
per day

70

miles (114 kms)

2hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

07:08 / 23:59

first / last train

1

direct trains

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Gloucester to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Gloucester and Leicester , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gloucester to Leicester is approximately 70 miles (114 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 37 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gloucester to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Gloucester to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    2 hrs 5 mins Direct
    09:13
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:25
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:45
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    10:29
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:24
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:49
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:12
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:54
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:12
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:21
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:49
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    12:10
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:21
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:49
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    13:11
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:21
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    13:51
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:49
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    14:10
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:21
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    15:10
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:22
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:51
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:49
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    16:10
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:21
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    16:51
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:49
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    17:08
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:21
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    17:54
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:49
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    18:05
    Gloucester
    Leicester
    Gloucester to Leicester

About Gloucester Station

Station name Gloucester (GCR)
Address Gloucester station, Bruton Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1DE
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 09:00 - 18:00
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 Gloucester and Leicester

The travel time between Gloucester and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gloucester and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 1 direct services per day from Gloucester to Leicester

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

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