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Trains from Royston (RYS) to Leicester (LEI)

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80

train journeys
per day

61

miles (98 kms)

2hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

01:10 / 00:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Royston (RYS) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 80 scheduled rail journeys between Royston and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 80 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Royston to Leicester is approximately 61 miles (98 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 31 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Royston to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Royston to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    01:10
    5 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    07:05
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:46
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    07:49
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:53
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:07
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:16
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:23
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:53
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:07
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:48
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    09:49
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:37
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    10:09
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    10:20
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    10:36
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    10:49
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:37
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    11:07
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:46
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Royston
    Leicester
    Royston to Leicester

About Royston Station

Station name Royston (RYS)
Address Royston Station, Kneesworth Street, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5AH
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:15 - 17:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

The travel time between Royston and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Royston and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 80 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:58.

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

Amenities on trains between Royston 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 Royston & Leicester. owever, there are 80 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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