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Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Leicester (LEI)

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20

train journeys
per day

83

miles (133 kms)

2hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

00:02 / 00:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Leicester (LEI)

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

The distance by rail from Runcorn to Leicester is approximately 83 miles (133 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 26 mins.

CrossCountry, First TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Leicester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 7 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Runcorn to Leicester

Journeys from Runcorn to Leicester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    00:02
    7 hrs 10 mins2 changes
    07:12
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:42
    2 hrs 35 mins2 changes
    08:17
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:27
    2 hrs 46 mins2 changes
    09:13
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:29
    3 hrs 34 mins2 changes
    10:03
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:58
    2 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    10:13
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:27
    2 hrs 48 mins2 changes
    11:15
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:27
    2 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    12:11
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:27
    2 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    13:11
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:27
    2 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    14:11
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:27
    2 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    15:11
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:27
    2 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    16:11
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:27
    2 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    17:12
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:01
    2 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    18:16
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:02
    2 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    19:14
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:01
    2 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    20:14
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:27
    2 hrs 50 mins2 changes
    21:17
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:02
    3 hrs 9 mins2 changes
    22:11
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    21:11
    2 hrs 7 mins1 change
    23:18
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    21:58
    9 hrs2 changes
    06:58
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:51
    7 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    07:12
    Runcorn
    Leicester
    Runcorn to Leicester

About Runcorn Station

Station name Runcorn (RUN)
AddressRuncorn station, Station Road, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 5UB
Managed byVT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:45 - 19:30
Saturday 06:30 - 19:30
Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
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 Runcorn and Leicester

The travel time between Runcorn and Leicester 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 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn and Leicester 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 00:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:20.

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Amenities on trains between Runcorn 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 Runcorn & Leicester. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, First TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Leicester.

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