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Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Leicester (LEI)

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26

train journeys
per day

43

miles (70 kms)

1hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

00:15 / 01:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Leicester (LEI)

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

The distance by rail from Milton Keynes Central to Leicester is approximately 43 miles (70 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 21 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Milton Keynes Central and Leicester.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Milton Keynes Central to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Milton Keynes Central to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:15
    5 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    06:14
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:30
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    06:36
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:37
    1 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    07:10
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:50
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    07:49
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:42
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    07:53
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:16
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    08:52
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:25
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    09:48
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:19
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    09:52
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:19
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    10:51
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:19
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    11:51
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:19
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    12:50
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:19
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    13:51
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:19
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    14:51
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:19
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    15:51
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:19
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    16:51
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:19
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    17:54
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:19
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    18:52
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:19
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    19:50
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:19
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    20:52
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:19
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    21:51
    Milton Keynes Central
    Leicester
    Milton Keynes Central to Leicester

About Milton Keynes Central Station

Station name Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Address Milton Keynes Central station, 302 Eldergate, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 1LA
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:45 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 06:45 - 21:30
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 Unavailable
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 Milton Keynes Central and Leicester

The travel time between Milton Keynes Central and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Milton Keynes Central and Leicester 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 00:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:21.

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Amenities on trains between Milton Keynes Central 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 Milton Keynes Central & Leicester. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Milton Keynes Central and Leicester.

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