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Trains from Royston (RYS) to Leicester (LEI)

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75

train journeys
per day

61

miles (98 kms)

2hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

00:42 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Royston (RYS) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 75 scheduled rail journeys between Royston and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 75 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Royston to Leicester is approximately 61 miles (98 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 42 mins.

Great Northern, CrossCountry, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Royston and Leicester.

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

Map of the rail routes from Royston to Leicester

Journeys from Royston to Leicester Today

  • Mon 6th Jan
    00:42
    5 hrs 54 mins3 changes
    06:36
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    01:20
    5 hrs 45 mins1 change
    07:05
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    05:46
    2 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    07:49
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    06:08
    2 hrs 31 mins1 change - overtaken train
    08:39
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    06:16
    2 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    08:39
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    06:23
    2 hrs 26 mins1 change
    08:49
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    06:38
    2 hrs 30 mins1 change - overtaken train
    09:08
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    06:46
    2 hrs 22 mins2 changes
    09:08
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:08
    2 hrs 31 mins1 change - overtaken train
    09:39
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:16
    2 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    09:39
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:32
    2 hrs 17 mins1 change
    09:49
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:38
    2 hrs 31 mins1 change - overtaken train
    10:09
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:46
    2 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    10:09
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    08:08
    2 hrs 28 mins1 change - overtaken train
    10:36
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    08:16
    2 hrs 20 mins2 changes
    10:36
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    08:32
    2 hrs 17 mins1 change
    10:49
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    08:38
    2 hrs 29 mins1 change - overtaken train
    11:07
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    08:46
    2 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    11:07
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    09:07
    2 hrs 29 mins1 change - overtaken train
    11:36
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 6th Jan
    09:15
    2 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    11:36
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester

About Royston Station

Station name Royston (RYS)
AddressRoyston Station, Kneesworth Street, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5AH
Managed byGN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:15 - 17:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
AddressLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed byEM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Royston and Leicester

The travel time between Royston and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Royston and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 75 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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Amenities on trains between Royston 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 Royston & Leicester. owever, there are 75 possible journeys which require a change.

Great Northern, CrossCountry, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Royston and Leicester.

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