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Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Leicester (LEI)

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22

train journeys
per day

86

miles (139 kms)

2hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

06:17 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port to Leicester is approximately 86 miles (139 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 30 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Leicester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ellesmere Port to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Ellesmere Port to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:17
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    09:52
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    10:51
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:17
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    11:51
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:12
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    12:50
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:42
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    13:51
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:12
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    14:10
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:42
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:12
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    15:10
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:42
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:51
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:12
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    16:10
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:42
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    16:51
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:12
    4 hrs 3 changes
    17:12
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:42
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:54
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:12
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    18:16
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:12
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    18:52
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:12
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    19:50
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:12
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    20:52
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:06
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    21:51
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:49
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    23:18
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:19
    9 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    06:14
    Ellesmere Port
    Leicester
    Ellesmere Port to Leicester

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
Address Ellesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Ellesmere Port and Leicester

The travel time between Ellesmere Port and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ellesmere Port 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 06:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Leicester.

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