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Trains from Southend Stations to Leicester (LEI)

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49

train journeys
per day

108

miles (174 kms)

2hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

04:00 / 00:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Southend Stations to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 49 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Stations and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 49 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Stations to Leicester is approximately 108 miles (174 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 3 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, c2c, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Stations and Leicester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend Central to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Southend Stations to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:00
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    07:05
    Southend Victoria
    Leicester
    Southend Victoria to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:24
    2 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    07:18
    Southend Central
    Leicester
    Southend Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:28
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    07:49
    Southend Victoria
    Leicester
    Southend Victoria to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:01
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    08:08
    Southend Victoria
    Leicester
    Southend Victoria to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:08
    3 hrs 3 changes
    08:08
    Southend Central
    Leicester
    Southend Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:40
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    08:39
    Southend Victoria
    Leicester
    Southend Victoria to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:47
    2 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    08:39
    Southend Central
    Leicester
    Southend Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Southend Central
    Leicester
    Southend Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:13
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    09:08
    Southend East
    Leicester
    Southend East to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:13
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:19
    Southend East
    Leicester
    Southend East to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:20
    2 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    09:19
    Southend Central
    Leicester
    Southend Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Southend Central
    Leicester
    Southend Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:46
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:48
    Southend Victoria
    Leicester
    Southend Victoria to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:27
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    10:09
    Southend Central
    Leicester
    Southend Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:41
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Southend Victoria
    Leicester
    Southend Victoria to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Southend Victoria
    Leicester
    Southend Victoria to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:11
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Southend Victoria
    Leicester
    Southend Victoria to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:43
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Southend Central
    Leicester
    Southend Central to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:50
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Southend Victoria
    Leicester
    Southend Victoria to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Southend Central
    Leicester
    Southend Central to Leicester

About Southend Stations Station

Station name Southend Stations (152)
Address London St. Pancras International st, Pancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 23:15
Saturday 06:00 - 23:15
Sunday 07:15 - 23:15
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 Unavailable
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 Southend Stations and Leicester

The travel time between Southend Stations and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Stations and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 49 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

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Amenities on trains between Southend Stations 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 Southend Stations & Leicester. owever, there are 49 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, c2c, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Stations and Leicester.

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