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Trains from Eltham (ELW) to Leicester (LEI)

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40

train journeys
per day

95

miles (153 kms)

2hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

00:16 / 00:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Eltham (ELW) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Eltham and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Eltham to Leicester is approximately 95 miles (153 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 39 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Eltham and Leicester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Eltham to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from Eltham to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:16
    7 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    07:49
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:35
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:24
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:48
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:57
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:55
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:26
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:56
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:26
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:34
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:56
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:03
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:26
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:56
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:26
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    14:36
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:56
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Eltham
    Leicester
    Eltham to Leicester

About Eltham Station

Station name Eltham (ELW)
Address Eltham station, Well Hall Road, Eltham, Greater London, SE9 6SL
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:40 - 20:00
Saturday 06:10 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Eltham and Leicester

The travel time between Eltham and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Eltham and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:11.

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Amenities on trains between Eltham 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 Eltham & Leicester. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Eltham and Leicester.

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