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Trains from Margate (MAR) to Leicester (LEI)

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39

train journeys
per day

136

miles (220 kms)

2hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

04:37 / 23:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Margate (MAR) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 39 scheduled rail journeys between Margate and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 39 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Margate to Leicester is approximately 136 miles (220 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 31 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Margate to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 53 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Margate to Leicester

Journeys from Margate to Leicester Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    04:37
    3 hrs 31 mins2 changes
    08:08
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:40
    2 hrs 59 mins1 change
    08:39
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:15
    2 hrs 53 mins1 change
    09:08
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:45
    2 hrs 54 mins1 change
    09:39
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:15
    2 hrs 54 mins1 change
    10:09
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:24
    3 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    10:36
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:46
    3 hrs1 change
    10:46
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:52
    3 hrs 15 mins2 changes
    11:07
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:24
    3 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    11:36
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:47
    2 hrs 59 mins1 change
    11:46
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:55
    3 hrs 10 mins2 changes
    12:05
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:32
    3 hrs 3 mins1 change
    12:35
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:47
    2 hrs 58 mins1 change
    12:45
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:32
    3 hrs 4 mins1 change
    13:36
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:49
    2 hrs 57 mins1 change
    13:46
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:32
    3 hrs 4 mins1 change
    14:36
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:49
    2 hrs 57 mins1 change
    14:46
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:32
    3 hrs 4 mins1 change
    15:36
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:49
    2 hrs 57 mins1 change
    15:46
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:32
    3 hrs 4 mins1 change
    16:36
    Margate
    Leicester
    Margate to Leicester

About Margate Station

Station name Margate (MAR)
AddressMargate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
AddressLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed byEM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Margate and Leicester

The travel time between Margate and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Margate and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 39 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:35.

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Amenities on trains between Margate 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 Margate & Leicester. owever, there are 39 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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