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Outbound fromLeicester to City Thameslink by train
It takes an average of 2h 0m to travel from Leicester to City Thameslink by train, over a distance of around 89 miles (143 km). There are normally 62 trains per day travelling from Leicester to City Thameslink and tickets for this journey start from £77.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:41 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:52 | |
| Departure station | Leicester | |
| Arrival station | City Thameslink | |
| Journey time | From 1h 17m | |
| Distance | 89 miles (143 km) | |
| Frequency | 62 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £77.40 | |
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Taking the train from Leicester to City Thameslink in 1 hour 17 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Leicester to City Thameslink? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours to travel the 89 miles (143 km) from Leicester to City Thameslink by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 62 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. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with East Midlands Railway or Thameslink, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Leicester to City Thameslink in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £77.40. 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 City Thameslink by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Leicester to City Thameslink
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Leicester to City Thameslink is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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