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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Essex Road (EXR)

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63

train journeys
per day

87

miles (140 kms)

1hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Essex Road (EXR)

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On a typical weekday there are 63 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Essex Road , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 63 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Essex Road is approximately 87 miles (140 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 1 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Essex Road.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Essex Road. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Essex Road Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:12
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    07:19
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    05:47
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    07:48
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    06:02
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    07:49
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    06:30
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:19
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    06:43
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    08:47
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    07:00
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:49
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    07:14
    1 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    07:32
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    09:19
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    07:43
    2 hrs 2 changes
    09:43
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    08:01
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    09:49
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    08:14
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:13
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    08:31
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:14
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    09:04
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    09:12
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    11:13
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    09:31
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    11:14
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    09:43
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    10:04
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    10:13
    2 hrs 2 changes
    12:13
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    10:32
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    10:43
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:29
    Leicester
    Essex Road
    Leicester to Essex Road

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

About Essex Road Station

Station name Essex Road (EXR)
Address Essex Road station, 181 Essex Road, Islington, Greater London, N1 2SU
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Weekend 06:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Essex Road

The travel time between Leicester and Essex Road by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Essex Road vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 63 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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

Amenities on trains between Leicester and Essex Road can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leicester & Essex Road. owever, there are 63 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Essex Road.

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