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Trains from Basingstoke to Leicester (LEI)

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51

train journeys
per day

94

miles (151 kms)

3hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

04:54 / 00:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Basingstoke to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 51 scheduled rail journeys between Basingstoke and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 51 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Basingstoke to Leicester is approximately 94 miles (151 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 15 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Basingstoke and Leicester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Basingstoke to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Basingstoke to Leicester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:54
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:40
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:49
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:51
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:29
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    10:20
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:47
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:59
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:16
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    11:36
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:49
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:16
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:37
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:34
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:49
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    12:50
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:17
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    3 hrs 2 changes
    13:35
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:48
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:51
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:17
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:35
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    14:36
    Basingstoke
    Leicester
    Basingstoke to Leicester

About Basingstoke Station

Station name Basingstoke (BSK)
Address Basingstoke station, Station Hill, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 5NB
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:30
Saturday 06:00 - 21:30
Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
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

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 Basingstoke and Leicester

The travel time between Basingstoke and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Basingstoke and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 51 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:11.

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Amenities on trains between Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke & Leicester. owever, there are 51 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Basingstoke and Leicester.

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