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Trains from Watford Junction to Leicester (LEI)

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53

train journeys
per day

73

miles (118 kms)

1hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

04:15 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 53 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 53 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Leicester is approximately 73 miles (118 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 21 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Leicester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:15
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    06:36
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:14
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    07:49
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:48
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    07:53
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:01
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:31
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    08:52
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:01
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:38
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:38
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:33
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:38
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:02
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:33
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    12:34
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:38
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:02
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Watford Junction
    Leicester
    Watford Junction to Leicester

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 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 Unavailable
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 Watford Junction and Leicester

The travel time between Watford Junction and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 53 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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Amenities on trains between Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction & Leicester. owever, there are 53 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Leicester.

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