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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Lincoln (LCN)

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33

train journeys
per day

47

miles (76 kms)

1hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

00:44 / 00:11

first / last train

15

direct trains

1

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Lincoln (LCN)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Lincoln , with 15 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Lincoln is approximately 47 miles (76 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 11 mins.

East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Lincoln.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Lincoln. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Lincoln Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:44
    5 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    06:34
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:38
    1 hrs 58 mins Direct
    08:36
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:41
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    08:36
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:42
    1 hrs 50 mins Direct
    09:32
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    09:32
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:42
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    10:26
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:49
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    10:26
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:44
    1 hrs 45 mins Direct
    11:29
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    11:29
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:43
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    12:27
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    12:27
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:42
    1 hrs 48 mins Direct
    13:30
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:47
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    13:30
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:43
    1 hrs 42 mins Direct
    14:25
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:46
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    14:25
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:38
    1 hrs 52 mins Direct
    15:30
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:47
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    15:30
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:38
    1 hrs 46 mins Direct
    16:24
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:47
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    16:24
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:43
    1 hrs 49 mins Direct
    17:32
    Leicester
    Lincoln
    Leicester to Lincoln

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

About Lincoln Station

Station name Lincoln (LCN)
Address Lincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EW
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 19:30
Saturday 05:00 - 19:30
Sunday 10:30 - 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 Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Lincoln

The travel time between Leicester and Lincoln by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Lincoln vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:11.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 15 direct services per day from Leicester to Lincoln

East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Lincoln.

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