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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.

Train providers: Cross Country, East Midlands Railway and Thameslink to Leicester trains

Cross Country, East Midlands Railway and Thameslink will get you to Leicester at great prices. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times, prices and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains to Leicester. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The company operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

Train stations in Leicester

Leicester

The major train station for arrivals in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your journey to Leicester.

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Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB

Phone Number

+44 8457125678

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