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Langwith-Whaley Thorns to Leicester by train

First train

05:55

Last train

23:05

Departure station

Langwith-Whaley Thorns

Arrival station

Leicester

Journey time

From 1h 44m

Distance

42 miles (67 km)

Frequency

18 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

East Midlands Railway

Taking the train from Langwith-Whaley Thorns to Leicester in 1 hour 44 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Langwith-Whaley Thorns to Leicester? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 3 hours 51 minutes to travel the 42 miles (67 km) from Langwith-Whaley Thorns to Leicester by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 44 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 18 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with East Midlands Railway for all or at least part of your journey to Leicester.

Book train tickets from Langwith-Whaley Thorns to Leicester in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Leicester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Langwith-Whaley Thorns 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 Langwith-Whaley Thorns to Leicester take?

The average journey time by train between Langwith-Whaley Thorns and Leicester is 3 hours and 51 minutes, with around 18 trains 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 Langwith-Whaley Thorns and Leicester by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Langwith-Whaley Thorns to Leicester is 1 hour and 44 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Langwith-Whaley Thorns to Leicester?

No, there are no direct train services from Langwith-Whaley Thorns to Leicester. Travelling from Langwith-Whaley Thorns to Leicester by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Langwith-Whaley Thorns to Leicester leave?

The first train from Langwith-Whaley Thorns to Leicester leaves at 05:55. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Langwith-Whaley Thorns to Leicester leave?

The last train from Langwith-Whaley Thorns to Leicester leaves at 23:05. 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 Langwith-Whaley Thorns and Leicester by train?

Trains travelling from Langwith-Whaley Thorns to Leicester cover a distance of around 42 miles (67 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Leicester to Langwith-Whaley Thorns.

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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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