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Trains from Southampton Central to Leicester (LEI)

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47

train journeys
per day

119

miles (192 kms)

3hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

04:52 / 23:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 47 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 47 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Leicester is approximately 119 miles (192 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 55 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Leicester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Leicester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:52
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:15
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:00
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    12:34
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:00
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    13:51
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    14:36
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Southampton Central
    Leicester
    Southampton Central to Leicester

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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 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 Southampton Central and Leicester

The travel time between Southampton Central and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 47 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:34.

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Amenities on trains between Southampton Central 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 Southampton Central & Leicester. owever, there are 47 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Leicester.

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