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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Leicester (LEI)

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36

train journeys
per day

68

miles (109 kms)

2hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

05:18 / 00:39

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shrewsbury to Leicester is approximately 68 miles (109 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 3 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Leicester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Leicester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:18
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    07:53
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:28
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    07:53
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    2 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    08:17
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    08:52
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:40
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    09:13
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    09:52
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:40
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:13
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:32
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    10:51
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:40
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    11:12
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    11:51
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:40
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    12:10
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:30
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    12:50
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:40
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    13:11
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    13:51
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:40
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    14:10
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:34
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    14:51
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:40
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    15:10
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    15:51
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:40
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    16:10
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:32
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    16:51
    Shrewsbury
    Leicester
    Shrewsbury to Leicester

About Shrewsbury Station

Station name Shrewsbury (SHR)
Address Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 20:40
Saturday 05:20 - 19:40
Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
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

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 Shrewsbury and Leicester

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:39.

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Amenities on trains between Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury & Leicester. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Leicester.

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