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Leicester to Pemberton by train

Last train

01:49

Departure station

Leicester

Arrival station

Pemberton

Journey time

From 6h 28m

Distance

89 miles (144 km)

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway

Taking the train from Leicester to Pemberton in 6 hours 28 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Leicester to Pemberton? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 6 hours 28 minutes to travel the 89 miles (144 km) from Leicester to Pemberton by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 28 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 4 changes 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 TransPennine Express, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Leicester to Pemberton 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 Pemberton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

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

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

The fastest journey time by train from Leicester to Pemberton is 6 hours and 28 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Leicester to Pemberton?

No, there are no direct train services from Leicester to Pemberton. Travelling from Leicester to Pemberton by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

What time does the last train from Leicester to Pemberton leave?

The last train from Leicester to Pemberton leaves at 01:49. 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 Leicester and Pemberton by train?

Trains travelling from Leicester to Pemberton cover a distance of around 89 miles (144 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Leicester to Pemberton

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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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