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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Preston (Lancs)

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20

train journeys
per day

101

miles (163 kms)

2hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Preston (Lancs) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 101 miles (163 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 26 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Preston (Lancs).

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:48
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    08:50
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:18
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    09:51
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:51
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    13:51
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:18
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    15:51
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    16:51
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:18
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:18
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    18:51
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:18
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    19:52
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:18
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    20:51
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:18
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    22:28
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:50
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    23:00
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:50
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    23:53
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:56
    6 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    05:34
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:37
    8 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    08:28
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:46
    9 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    08:50
    Leicester
    Preston (Lancs)
    Leicester to Preston (Lancs)

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 Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Leicester and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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

Amenities on trains between Leicester and Preston (Lancs) 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 & Preston (Lancs). owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Preston (Lancs).

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