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Trains from Peterborough (PBO) to Leicester (LEI)

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21

train journeys
per day

36

miles (59 kms)

55 mins

fastest journey

03:23 / 01:14

first / last train

17

direct trains

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Peterborough (PBO) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Peterborough and Leicester , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 4 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Peterborough to Leicester is approximately 36 miles (59 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 42 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Peterborough and Leicester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Peterborough to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 55 mins.

Journeys from Peterborough to Leicester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:23
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    06:36
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:19
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    07:05
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:54
    55 mins Direct
    07:49
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:54
    55 mins Direct
    08:49
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:54
    55 mins Direct
    09:49
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:54
    55 mins Direct
    10:49
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:54
    55 mins Direct
    11:49
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:54
    55 mins Direct
    12:49
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:54
    55 mins Direct
    13:49
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:54
    55 mins Direct
    14:49
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:54
    55 mins Direct
    15:49
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:54
    55 mins Direct
    16:49
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:54
    55 mins Direct
    17:49
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:54
    55 mins Direct
    18:49
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:54
    55 mins Direct
    19:49
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:54
    55 mins Direct
    20:49
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:12
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    21:17
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:53
    56 mins Direct
    21:49
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:00
    55 mins Direct
    22:55
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:28
    7 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    06:00
    Peterborough
    Leicester
    Peterborough to Leicester

About Peterborough Station

Station name Peterborough (PBO)
Address Peterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
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 Peterborough and Leicester

The travel time between Peterborough and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Peterborough and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:14.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Peterborough to Leicester

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Peterborough and Leicester.

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