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Trains from Leeds (LDS) to Leicester (LEI)

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36

train journeys
per day

82

miles (132 kms)

1hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

03:19 / 00:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

11

routes

Trains from Leeds (LDS) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Leeds and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leeds to Leicester is approximately 82 miles (132 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 58 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Leeds and Leicester.

There are 11 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leeds to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Leeds to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:19
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    07:10
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:05
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    07:49
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:11
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    08:00
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    09:29
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:11
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    09:03
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:11
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    10:03
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    11:31
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:11
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    11:03
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:11
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    12:03
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:09
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    13:29
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:11
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    13:02
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:29
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:11
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    14:03
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:08
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    15:29
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:11
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    15:02
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:15
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    15:29
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:11
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    16:02
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:11
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    17:03
    Leeds
    Leicester
    Leeds to Leicester

About Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 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 Unavailable
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 Leeds and Leicester

The travel time between Leeds and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leeds and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:55.

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Amenities on trains between Leeds 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 Leeds & Leicester. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Leeds and Leicester.

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