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Trains from Purley (PUR) to Leicester (LEI)

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37

train journeys
per day

99

miles (159 kms)

2hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

04:03 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Purley (PUR) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Purley and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Purley to Leicester is approximately 99 miles (159 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 22 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Purley and Leicester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Purley to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Purley to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:03
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    06:36
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:02
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    07:05
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:11
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    07:49
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:57
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    08:08
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:27
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:57
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    09:08
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:28
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    10:09
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:28
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    10:36
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:57
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    11:07
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:27
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    11:36
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:57
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    12:05
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:27
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    12:34
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:57
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    13:06
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:27
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    13:35
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:57
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    14:05
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:27
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    14:36
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:57
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    15:05
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:27
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    15:36
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:57
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    16:06
    Purley
    Leicester
    Purley to Leicester

About Purley Station

Station name Purley (PUR)
Address Purley station, Station Approach, Whytecliffe Road, Purley, London, CR2 2AP
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:55 - 20:05
Saturday 05:55 - 20:25
Sunday 08:00 - 16:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Purley and Leicester

The travel time between Purley and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Purley and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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

Amenities on trains between Purley 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 Purley & Leicester. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Purley and Leicester.

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