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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Old Street (OLD)

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64

train journeys
per day

88

miles (142 kms)

1hrs 41 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 Old Street (OLD)

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On a typical weekday there are 64 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Old Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 64 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Old Street is approximately 88 miles (142 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 3 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Old Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Old Street Today

  • Mon 27th May
    05:12
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    07:17
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    05:47
    2 hrs 2 changes
    07:47
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    06:02
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    07:59
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    06:10
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    08:17
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    06:30
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    08:29
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    07:00
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    07:14
    2 hrs 2 changes
    09:14
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    07:32
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:17
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    07:43
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:44
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    08:01
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    08:14
    2 hrs 2 changes
    10:14
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    08:31
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    08:42
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    09:04
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    09:12
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:14
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    09:31
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    09:43
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    11:32
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    10:04
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    10:32
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    10:43
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    12:32
    Leicester
    Old Street
    Leicester to Old Street

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 Old Street Station

Station name Old Street (OLD)
Address Old Street station, Old Street, London, EC1Y 1BE
Managed by LT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Old Street

The travel time between Leicester and Old Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Old Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 64 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 Old Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Leicester and Old Street 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 & Old Street. owever, there are 64 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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