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Train tickets to Leicester
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W709446:30 AM1h03London St Pancras International (STP)7:33 AMLeicester station (LEI)$271One-way0 transfers- W708496:33 AM1h11London St Pancras International (STP)7:44 AMLeicester station (LEI)$271One-way0 transfers
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Popular trains to and from Leicester
Popular trains to Leicester
London Stansted Airport to Leicester train
- East Midlands Railway
- Greater Anglia
- CrossCountry
Manchester to Leicester train
- East Midlands Railway
- Transpennine Express
- West Midlands Trains
- Northern Rail
- Avanti West Coast
- CrossCountry
London to Leicester train
- East Midlands Railway
- Thameslink
London Gatwick Airport to Leicester train
- East Midlands Railway
- Thameslink
Edinburgh to Leicester train
- London North Eastern Railway
- CrossCountry
- Avanti West Coast
Popular trains from Leicester
Leicester to Birmingham train
- CrossCountry
Leicester to London Stansted Airport train
- CrossCountry
- East Midlands Railway
Leicester to London train
- Thameslink
- East Midlands Railway
Leicester to Manchester train
- CrossCountry
- East Midlands Railway
- Northern Rail
- Transpennine Express
- West Midlands Trains
- Avanti West Coast
Leicester to Edinburgh train
- CrossCountry
- London North Eastern Railway
- Avanti West Coast
Trains to Leicester
With its central UK location and direct Midland Mainline connection from London St Pancras International railroad Station, Leicester is an easy city to reach from any of the major cities in Europe. Average train journey times from London to Leicester are just over one hour, making this fast and frequent service one of the most popular routes. Leicester is the only railroad station in the city, but other local stations include Loughborough, Narborough, and Melton Mowbray.
Which is the main train station in Leicester?
Leicester railroad Station is the main station in the city, and located on London Road which is just a short stroll from the main city center. There is a cab rank just outside the station, and several bus stops enable speedy bus journeys throughout Leicester and the central region.
Which train companies offer trains to Leicester?
East Midlands Trains operate the direct service from London to Leicester, which then goes on to Sheffield and has links to all the major Northern cities. East Midlands Trains also operate the regional service from Cleethorpes to Leicester, while Cross Country by Arriva operate frequent trains running to Leicester from Birmingham and Nottingham.
Why travel by train to Leicester?
Some of the major reasons passengers opt to travel by train from London to Leicester are the speedy, direct journeys, and the fact that it's a relaxing mode of transportation. The city is easy to access by rail from anywhere in the UK, due to its central location, London mainline link up, and good regional rail networks.
Before you travel to Leicester by train - good to know!
Leicester's diverse city has a lot to offer modern travellers and its mainline location means there are frequent trains to Leicester from lots of major UK cities. With two major universities in the central area of Leicester, there are lots of great leisure opportunities in the city center and throughout the region, with international cuisine featuring on many restaurant menus. With a regenerated city center, which includes the new Highcross shopping mall, and historic Roman ruins close by, visitors to Leicester don't need to take public transport to explore the city center, however, visitors traveling further afield will discover Day or Weekly Saver Tickets on local buses make travel around the city and county extremely affordable. In addition the launch of Leicester's new Arriva Click service means passengers can go anywhere, as it is a cross over between bus and Uber services.
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station information and services
Train stations in Leicester
Check where to Leicester trains depart and arrive, plus the main train station details for this route.
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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