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Trains from Hackney Central (HKC) to Leicester (LEI)

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56

train journeys
per day

87

miles (141 kms)

1hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

01:10 / 00:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Hackney Central (HKC) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 56 scheduled rail journeys between Hackney Central and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 56 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Hackney Central to Leicester is approximately 87 miles (141 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 8 mins.

London Overground, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Hackney Central and Leicester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hackney Central to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Hackney Central to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    01:10
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    06:36
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:16
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    07:49
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:14
    1 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:19
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:42
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:49
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:18
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:27
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    09:19
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:49
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:55
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:48
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:20
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:25
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:20
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:50
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:19
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:24
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:24
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:51
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:34
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:13
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Hackney Central
    Leicester
    Hackney Central to Leicester

About Hackney Central Station

Station name Hackney Central (HKC)
Address Hackney Central station, off Amhurst Road, Hackney, Greater London, E8 1LL
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:15 - 10:00 13:00 - 18:00
Saturday 10:15 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
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 Hackney Central and Leicester

The travel time between Hackney Central and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hackney Central and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 56 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:07.

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Amenities on trains between Hackney Central 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 Hackney Central & Leicester. owever, there are 56 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Hackney Central and Leicester.

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