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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Portsmouth Stations

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31

train journeys
per day

125

miles (201 kms)

3hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

05:47 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Portsmouth Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Portsmouth Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Portsmouth Stations is approximately 125 miles (201 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 46 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Portsmouth Stations .

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Portsmouth Stations Today

  • Mon 20th May
    05:47
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    06:10
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    06:43
    4 hrs 2 changes
    10:43
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    07:14
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:57
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    08:01
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    08:31
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:57
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    09:04
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:43
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    09:31
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    12:57
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    10:04
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    13:43
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    10:32
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:57
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    11:04
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    14:43
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    11:33
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    14:57
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    12:04
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    15:43
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    12:32
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    15:57
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    13:03
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    16:29
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    13:13
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    17:02
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    14:04
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    17:30
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    14:32
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    15:04
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    18:31
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea
  • Mon 20th May
    15:31
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    19:05
    Leicester
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea

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

About Portsmouth Stations Station

Station name Portsmouth Stations (134)
Address Portsmouth & Southsea station, Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1EQ
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:30
Saturday 05:40 - 20:30
Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Portsmouth Stations

The travel time between Leicester and Portsmouth Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Portsmouth Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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

Amenities on trains between Leicester and Portsmouth Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leicester & Portsmouth Stations . owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Portsmouth Stations .

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