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Trains from Scunthorpe (SCU) to Leicester (LEI)

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18

train journeys
per day

68

miles (110 kms)

2hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 23:36

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Scunthorpe (SCU) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Scunthorpe and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Scunthorpe to Leicester is approximately 68 miles (110 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 15 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Scunthorpe and Leicester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Scunthorpe to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Scunthorpe to Leicester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    2 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    08:30
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:08
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    09:29
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:11
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    10:29
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:08
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    11:31
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:08
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    12:29
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:08
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    13:29
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:07
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    14:29
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:08
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    15:29
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:08
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    16:29
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:08
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    17:29
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:08
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    18:29
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:08
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    19:29
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:06
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    20:32
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:08
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    21:49
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:08
    2 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    22:51
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:08
    6 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    04:41
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:48
    7 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    06:00
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:13
    8 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    07:40
    Scunthorpe
    Leicester
    Scunthorpe to Leicester

About Scunthorpe Station

Station name Scunthorpe (SCU)
Address Scunthorpe station, Station Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN15 6PY
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:30
Saturday 05:45 - 19:30
Sunday 08:45 - 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 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 Scunthorpe and Leicester

The travel time between Scunthorpe and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Scunthorpe and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:36.

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Amenities on trains between Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe & Leicester. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Scunthorpe and Leicester.

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