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Trains from Coventry to Leicester (LEI)

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22

train journeys
per day

22

miles (36 kms)

54 mins

fastest journey

05:56 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Coventry to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Coventry and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Coventry to Leicester is approximately 22 miles (36 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 48 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Coventry to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 54 mins.

Journeys from Coventry to Leicester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:56
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    07:10
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:04
    1 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    07:10
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:56
    57 mins 1 change
    07:53
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:56
    56 mins 1 change
    08:52
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:56
    56 mins 1 change
    09:52
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:56
    55 mins 1 change
    10:51
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:56
    55 mins 1 change
    11:51
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:56
    54 mins 1 change
    12:50
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:56
    55 mins 1 change
    13:51
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:55
    56 mins 1 change
    14:51
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:56
    55 mins 1 change
    15:51
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:56
    55 mins 1 change
    16:51
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:56
    58 mins 1 change
    17:54
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:56
    56 mins 1 change
    18:52
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:05
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    19:50
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:56
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    20:14
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:56
    56 mins 1 change
    20:52
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:56
    55 mins 1 change
    21:51
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:56
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    23:18
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:28
    6 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    04:41
    Coventry
    Leicester
    Coventry to Leicester

About Coventry Station

Station name Coventry (COV)
Address Coventry station, Station Square, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 2GT
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 21:30
Saturday 05:30 - 20:45
Sunday 07:30 - 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 Coventry and Leicester

The travel time between Coventry and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Coventry and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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

Amenities on trains between Coventry 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 Coventry & Leicester. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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