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Trains from Nottingham (NOT) to Leicester (LEI)

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65

train journeys
per day

21

miles (35 kms)

20 mins

fastest journey

05:14 / 00:15

first / last train

50

direct trains

1

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Nottingham (NOT) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 65 scheduled rail journeys between Nottingham and Leicester , with 50 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nottingham to Leicester is approximately 21 miles (35 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 39 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nottingham to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 20 mins.

Journeys from Nottingham to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:14
    30 mins Direct
    05:44
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:31
    43 mins Direct
    06:14
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    20 mins Direct
    06:09
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:12
    30 mins Direct
    06:42
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:49
    23 mins Direct
    07:12
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:12
    28 mins Direct
    07:40
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:16
    44 mins 1 change
    08:00
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:27
    52 mins Direct
    08:19
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:49
    23 mins Direct
    08:12
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:13
    26 mins Direct
    08:39
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:17
    46 mins 1 change
    09:03
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:24
    52 mins Direct
    09:16
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:50
    20 mins Direct
    09:10
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:12
    30 mins Direct
    09:42
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    47 mins 1 change
    10:03
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:29
    49 mins Direct
    10:18
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    22 mins Direct
    10:12
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:12
    30 mins Direct
    10:42
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:17
    46 mins 1 change
    11:03
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:27
    47 mins Direct
    11:14
    Nottingham
    Leicester
    Nottingham to Leicester

About Nottingham Station

Station name Nottingham (NOT)
Address Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 07:15 - 20:00
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

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 Nottingham and Leicester

The travel time between Nottingham and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nottingham and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 65 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 50 direct services per day from Nottingham to Leicester

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

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