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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Nottingham (NOT)

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54

train journeys
per day

21

miles (35 kms)

20 mins

fastest journey

00:44 / 00:11

first / last train

51

direct trains

1

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Nottingham (NOT)

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On a typical weekday there are 54 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Nottingham , with 51 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Nottingham is approximately 21 miles (35 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 42 mins.

East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Nottingham.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Nottingham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 20 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Nottingham Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:44
    4 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    05:08
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:38
    54 mins Direct
    07:32
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:41
    32 mins Direct
    07:13
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:19
    31 mins Direct
    07:50
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:42
    48 mins Direct
    08:30
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    31 mins Direct
    08:21
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:25
    34 mins Direct
    08:59
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:42
    46 mins Direct
    09:28
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:49
    22 mins Direct
    09:11
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:20
    33 mins Direct
    09:53
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:44
    49 mins Direct
    10:33
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    21 mins Direct
    10:11
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:21
    30 mins Direct
    10:51
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:43
    49 mins Direct
    11:32
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    20 mins Direct
    11:07
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:18
    32 mins Direct
    11:50
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:42
    50 mins Direct
    12:32
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:47
    21 mins Direct
    12:08
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:18
    32 mins Direct
    12:50
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:43
    49 mins Direct
    13:32
    Leicester
    Nottingham
    Leicester to Nottingham

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 Nottingham Station

Station name Nottingham (NOT)
Address Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 07:15 - 20:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Nottingham

The travel time between Leicester and Nottingham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Nottingham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 54 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:11.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 51 direct services per day from Leicester to Nottingham

East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Nottingham.

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