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Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Leicester (LEI)

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91

train journeys
per day

89

miles (144 kms)

1hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

04:27 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 91 scheduled rail journeys between Elephant & Castle and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 91 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Elephant & Castle to Leicester is approximately 89 miles (144 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 59 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Elephant & Castle and Leicester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Elephant & Castle to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Elephant & Castle to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:27
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    06:36
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:14
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    07:05
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:44
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    07:49
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:19
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:08
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:24
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:34
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    08:22
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:04
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    08:48
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:34
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    09:08
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:54
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:04
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    09:48
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:24
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    10:09
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:34
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    10:20
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:54
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    10:36
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:04
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:24
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    11:07
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:34
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    11:17
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:44
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:36
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:49
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:36
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Elephant & Castle
    Leicester
    Elephant & Castle to Leicester

About Elephant & Castle Station

Station name Elephant & Castle (EPH)
Address Elephant & Castle station, Elephant Road, Camberwell, London, SE17 1LB
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 20:10
Saturday 06:40 - 20:10
Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Elephant & Castle and Leicester

The travel time between Elephant & Castle and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Elephant & Castle and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 91 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:27, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Elephant & Castle 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 Elephant & Castle & Leicester. owever, there are 91 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Elephant & Castle and Leicester.

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