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Trains from Lewes (LWS) to Leicester (LEI)

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36

train journeys
per day

131

miles (211 kms)

2hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

00:12 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Lewes (LWS) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Lewes and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lewes to Leicester is approximately 131 miles (211 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 17 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Lewes and Leicester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lewes to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Lewes to Leicester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:12
    6 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    07:05
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:17
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:44
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:25
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:19
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:55
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:48
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:25
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:20
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:55
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:25
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:55
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:25
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    12:17
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:55
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:45
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:25
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:55
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:25
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:55
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    14:46
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:25
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:55
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:46
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:25
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:55
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    16:46
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:25
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:17
    Lewes
    Leicester
    Lewes to Leicester

About Lewes Station

Station name Lewes (LWS)
Address Lewes station, Station Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2UP
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 20:45
Saturday 06:30 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Lewes and Leicester

The travel time between Lewes and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lewes and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Lewes & Leicester. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Lewes and Leicester.

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