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Trains from York (YRK) to Leicester (LEI)

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33

train journeys
per day

91

miles (147 kms)

1hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

04:40 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from York (YRK) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between York and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from York to Leicester is approximately 91 miles (147 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 40 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between York and Leicester.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being York to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from York to Leicester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:40
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    07:12
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:19
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    08:00
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:00
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    08:30
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    09:03
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:25
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    09:29
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:37
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    09:49
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:44
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    10:03
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:44
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    11:03
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:36
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    11:31
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:44
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    12:03
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:02
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    12:29
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:43
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    13:02
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:36
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    13:29
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:44
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    14:03
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:02
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:44
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    15:02
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:37
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    15:29
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:44
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    16:02
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:02
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    16:29
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:44
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    17:03
    York
    Leicester
    York to Leicester

About York Station

Station name York (YRK)
Address York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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 York and Leicester

The travel time between York and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between York and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

First class tickets on trains between York and Leicester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between York 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 York & Leicester. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between York and Leicester.

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