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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Reading

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63

train journeys
per day

81

miles (130 kms)

2hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

1

route

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 63 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 63 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Reading is approximately 81 miles (130 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 33 mins.

East Midlands Railway, GWR, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Reading.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 19 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Leicester to Reading

Journeys from Leicester to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:12
    2 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    07:54
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:47
    2 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    08:11
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:02
    2 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    08:26
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:10
    2 hrs 34 mins3 changes
    08:44
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:30
    2 hrs 23 mins3 changes
    08:53
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:43
    2 hrs 28 mins3 changes
    09:11
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:00
    2 hrs 23 mins3 changes
    09:23
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:14
    2 hrs 27 mins3 changes
    09:41
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:31
    2 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    09:53
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:43
    2 hrs 28 mins3 changes
    10:11
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:01
    2 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    10:26
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:14
    2 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    10:38
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:31
    2 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    10:55
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:04
    2 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    11:23
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:12
    2 hrs 28 mins3 changes
    11:40
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:30
    2 hrs 23 mins3 changes
    11:53
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:43
    2 hrs 28 mins3 changes
    12:11
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:04
    2 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    12:23
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:13
    2 hrs 33 mins3 changes
    12:46
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:32
    2 hrs 21 mins3 changes
    12:53
    Leicester
    Reading
    Leicester to Reading

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
AddressLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed byEM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Reading

The travel time between Leicester and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 63 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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

Amenities on trains between Leicester and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leicester & Reading. owever, there are 63 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, GWR, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Reading.

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