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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Sleaford (SLR)

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26

train journeys
per day

39

miles (62 kms)

1hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

00:47 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Sleaford (SLR)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Sleaford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Sleaford is approximately 39 miles (62 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 23 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Sleaford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Sleaford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Sleaford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:47
    5 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    06:37
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:15
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    08:13
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:41
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    08:57
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:14
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    09:18
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:50
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    09:57
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:49
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    10:42
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:14
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    11:16
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:50
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    11:53
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:47
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    12:49
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:13
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    13:15
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:47
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    13:54
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:12
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    14:04
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:46
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    14:52
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:13
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:47
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    15:53
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:47
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    16:55
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:12
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    17:08
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:47
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    18:02
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:47
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    18:59
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:13
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    19:01
    Leicester
    Sleaford
    Leicester to Sleaford

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 Sleaford Station

Station name Sleaford (SLR)
Address Sleaford station, Station Street, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7RG
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 13:30
Saturday 07:30 - 13:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Sleaford

The travel time between Leicester and Sleaford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Sleaford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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Amenities on trains between Leicester and Sleaford 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 & Sleaford. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Sleaford.

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