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Trains from Sleaford (SLR) to Leicester (LEI)

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22

train journeys
per day

39

miles (62 kms)

1hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

06:35 / 23:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 1 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Sleaford (SLR) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Sleaford and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sleaford to Leicester is approximately 39 miles (62 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 55 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Sleaford and Leicester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sleaford to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Sleaford to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:41
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    08:49
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    09:49
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:10
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    10:12
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:41
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    10:49
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    11:10
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:17
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    12:11
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:04
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    12:49
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:13
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    13:10
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    14:10
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:03
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    14:49
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:13
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    15:10
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:15
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    16:10
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:03
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    16:49
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:15
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    17:10
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:14
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    18:10
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:16
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    19:10
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:21
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    20:14
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:05
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    20:49
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:20
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    21:21
    Sleaford
    Leicester
    Sleaford to Leicester

About Sleaford Station

Station name Sleaford (SLR)
Address Sleaford station, Station Street, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7RG
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 13:30
Saturday 07:30 - 13:30
Sunday Closed
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 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 Sleaford and Leicester

The travel time between Sleaford and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sleaford and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:05.

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Amenities on trains between Sleaford 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 Sleaford & Leicester. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Sleaford and Leicester.

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