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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Rutherglen (RUT)

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18

train journeys
per day

253

miles (408 kms)

6hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Rutherglen (RUT)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Rutherglen , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Rutherglen is approximately 253 miles (408 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 53 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Rutherglen.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Rutherglen. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Rutherglen Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:48
    6 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    12:25
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    06:37
    6 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    07:22
    7 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    14:34
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    08:18
    7 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    15:25
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    09:15
    7 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    16:35
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    11:08
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    16:53
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    11:18
    7 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    12:18
    7 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    19:43
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    13:18
    7 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    20:27
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    14:18
    7 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    21:36
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    15:12
    6 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    21:45
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    15:18
    7 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    22:36
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    16:07
    6 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    22:43
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    16:18
    7 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    23:36
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    22:06
    10 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    08:42
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    22:56
    10 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    09:43
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    23:37
    11 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    23:46
    11 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    11:41
    Leicester
    Rutherglen
    Leicester to Rutherglen

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 Rutherglen Station

Station name Rutherglen (RUT)
Address Rutherglen station, Victoria Street, Rutherglen station, Glasgow City, G73 1DB
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 23:15
Saturday 06:25 - 23:15
Sunday 08:25 - 23:15
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Rutherglen

The travel time between Leicester and Rutherglen by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Rutherglen vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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Amenities on trains between Leicester and Rutherglen 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 & Rutherglen. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Rutherglen.

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