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Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Leicester (LEI)

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17

train journeys
per day

94

miles (152 kms)

3hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Nelson and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nelson to Leicester is approximately 94 miles (152 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 15 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 Nelson and Leicester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nelson to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Nelson to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:58
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    09:52
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    10:51
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    11:51
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    13:11
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:58
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:51
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:58
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    14:51
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    15:51
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:58
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    16:51
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:58
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    17:54
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:58
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    18:52
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:58
    3 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    19:50
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:58
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    20:52
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:58
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    21:51
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:58
    10 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    06:00
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:58
    9 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    06:48
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:58
    9 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    07:10
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:58
    9 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    08:17
    Nelson
    Leicester
    Nelson to Leicester

About Nelson Station

Station name Nelson (NEL)
Address Nelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Nelson and Leicester

The travel time between Nelson and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nelson and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Nelson 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 Nelson & Leicester. owever, there are 17 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 Nelson and Leicester.

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