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Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Leicester (LEI)

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53

train journeys
per day

102

miles (165 kms)

2hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

04:16 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 53 scheduled rail journeys between Rayleigh and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 53 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rayleigh to Leicester is approximately 102 miles (165 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 47 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Rayleigh and Leicester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rayleigh to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Rayleigh to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:16
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    07:05
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:44
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    07:49
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:36
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    08:08
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:16
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    08:48
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:38
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    09:08
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:02
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:16
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    09:48
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    10:09
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:57
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:36
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:06
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    10:36
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:06
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:46
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:45
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    11:17
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:06
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    11:36
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:26
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:46
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    12:17
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:04
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    12:34
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:26
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Rayleigh
    Leicester
    Rayleigh to Leicester

About Rayleigh Station

Station name Rayleigh (RLG)
Address Rayleigh station, Station Road, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7HJ
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:30
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

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 Rayleigh and Leicester

The travel time between Rayleigh and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rayleigh and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 53 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh & Leicester. owever, there are 53 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Rayleigh and Leicester.

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