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Trains from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Leicester (LEI)

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16

train journeys
per day

87

miles (140 kms)

2hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

05:14 / 21:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Kensington Olympia and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Kensington Olympia to Leicester is approximately 87 miles (140 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 17 mins.

Southern, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Kensington Olympia and Leicester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Kensington Olympia to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 29 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Kensington Olympia to Leicester

Journeys from Kensington Olympia to Leicester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:14
    3 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    08:17
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:50
    3 hrs 23 mins3 changes
    09:13
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:51
    3 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    10:13
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:50
    3 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    11:15
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:51
    3 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    12:11
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:51
    3 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    13:11
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:51
    3 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    14:11
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:52
    3 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    15:11
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:52
    3 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    16:11
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:52
    3 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    17:12
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:51
    3 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    18:16
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:51
    3 hrs 23 mins3 changes
    19:14
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:48
    3 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    20:14
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:51
    3 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    21:17
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:51
    3 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    22:11
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:49
    2 hrs 29 mins2 changes
    23:18
    Kensington Olympia
    Leicester
    Kensington Olympia to Leicester

About Kensington Olympia Station

Station name Kensington Olympia (KPA)
AddressKensington Olympia station, Olympia Way, Kensington, Greater London, W14 0NE
Managed byLO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
AddressLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed byEM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Kensington Olympia and Leicester

The travel time between Kensington Olympia and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Kensington Olympia and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 21:20.

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

Amenities on trains between Kensington Olympia 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 Kensington Olympia & Leicester. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Kensington Olympia and Leicester.

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