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Trains from Cambridge North (CMB) to Leicester (LEI)

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37

train journeys
per day

61

miles (98 kms)

2hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

00:07 / 23:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cambridge North (CMB) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge North and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge North to Leicester is approximately 61 miles (98 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 53 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge North and Leicester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge North to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge North to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:07
    6 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    07:05
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:44
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    07:49
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:02
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:44
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    08:49
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:48
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:47
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    09:49
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    10:49
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:02
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:44
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    11:49
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:02
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:45
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:40
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    12:49
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:01
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:43
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    13:49
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:08
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    14:46
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:39
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    14:49
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:08
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    15:46
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:24
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    16:10
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:32
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:39
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Cambridge North
    Leicester
    Cambridge North to Leicester

About Cambridge North Station

Station name Cambridge North (CMB)
Address Cambridge North Station, Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 0AE
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Cambridge North and Leicester

The travel time between Cambridge North and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge North and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:56.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge North 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 Cambridge North & Leicester. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge North and Leicester.

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