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Heysham Port to Leicester by train

First train

12:04

Last train

12:21

Departure station

Heysham Port

Arrival station

Leicester

Journey time

From 3h 30m

Distance

122 miles (196 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast

Take the train from Heysham Port to Leicester in 3 hours 30 minutes

If you want to travel from Heysham Port to Leicester by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Heysham Port to Leicester by train to take around 3 hours 52 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 30 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 1 train per day running on this route, which spans 122 miles (196 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Leicester. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Heysham Port to Leicester are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Heysham Port to Leicester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Heysham Port to Leicester take?

The average journey time by train between Heysham Port and Leicester is 3 hours and 52 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Heysham Port and Leicester by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Heysham Port to Leicester is 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Heysham Port to Leicester?

No, there are no direct train services from Heysham Port to Leicester. Travelling from Heysham Port to Leicester by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Heysham Port to Leicester leave?

The first train from Heysham Port to Leicester leaves at 12:04. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Heysham Port to Leicester leave?

The last train from Heysham Port to Leicester leaves at 12:21. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Heysham Port and Leicester by train?

Trains travelling from Heysham Port to Leicester cover a distance of around 122 miles (196 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Leicester to Heysham Port.

Cheap train tickets from Heysham Port to Leicester

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Consider a Season Ticket

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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