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Trains from Slateford (SLA) to Leicester (LEI)

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17

train journeys
per day

243

miles (391 kms)

5hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

07:06 / 23:31

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Slateford (SLA) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Slateford and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Slateford to Leicester is approximately 243 miles (391 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 25 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Slateford and Leicester.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Slateford to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Slateford to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:06
    5 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    12:49
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    13:02
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:38
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    13:29
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:40
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    15:02
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:33
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    15:29
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:40
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    17:03
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:33
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    17:54
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:36
    5 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    19:02
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:32
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    19:50
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:39
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    20:49
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:31
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    21:49
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:43
    10 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    04:41
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:01
    10 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    06:00
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:42
    11 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    07:10
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:33
    11 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    07:49
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:21
    11 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    10:51
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:22
    11 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Slateford
    Leicester
    Slateford to Leicester

About Slateford Station

Station name Slateford (SLA)
Address Slateford station, Meggetgate, off A70 Slateford Road, Slateford, City of Edinburgh, EH14 1BX
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

The travel time between Slateford and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Slateford and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:31.

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Amenities on trains between Slateford 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 Slateford & Leicester. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Slateford and Leicester.

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