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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester (LEI)

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43

train journeys
per day

69

miles (112 kms)

2hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

04:07 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 43 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 43 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Airport to Leicester is approximately 69 miles (112 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 57 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Leicester.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Leicester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:07
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    07:10
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:51
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    07:53
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:50
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:01
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:17
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:03
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:13
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:01
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:17
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:03
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:50
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:12
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:01
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:17
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:03
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:10
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:01
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:17
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:02
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:50
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:11
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:01
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    13:51
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:17
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:03
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:50
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:10
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:01
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:17
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    15:02
    Manchester Airport
    Leicester
    Manchester Airport to Leicester

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
Address Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 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 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 Manchester Airport and Leicester

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 43 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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

Amenities on trains between Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport & Leicester. owever, there are 43 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Leicester.

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