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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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22

train journeys
per day

75

miles (121 kms)

2hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 00:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Manchester Victoria , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Manchester Victoria is approximately 75 miles (121 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 35 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Manchester Victoria. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Manchester Victoria Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:07
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:48
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:37
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:06
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:18
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    10:37
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:37
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:16
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:18
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:18
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:18
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:18
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    16:37
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:18
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:18
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:18
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    19:37
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:18
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    20:37
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:18
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    21:37
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:20
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    22:37
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:50
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    23:17
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:11
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    23:36
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:18
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    23:39
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:06
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    01:09
    Leicester
    Manchester Victoria
    Leicester to Manchester Victoria

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 Manchester Victoria Station

Station name Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Address Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:00
Thursday 06:30 - 22:00
Friday 06:30 - 22:00
Saturday 06:30 - 22:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Manchester Victoria

The travel time between Leicester and Manchester Victoria by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Manchester Victoria vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:58.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leicester & Manchester Victoria. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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