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Worcester Shrub Hill to Leicester by train

First train

05:06

Last train

21:04

Departure station

Worcester Shrub Hill

Arrival station

Leicester

Journey time

From 1h 49m

Distance

55 miles (88 km)

Frequency

31 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

Taking the train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Leicester in 1 hour 49 minutes

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

It usually takes around 2 hours 14 minutes to travel the 55 miles (88 km) from Worcester Shrub Hill to Leicester by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 49 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 31 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 Great Western Railway or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Worcester Shrub Hill 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 Worcester Shrub Hill 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 Worcester Shrub Hill to Leicester take?

The average journey time by train between Worcester Shrub Hill and Leicester is 2 hours and 14 minutes, with around 31 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 Worcester Shrub Hill and Leicester by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Leicester is 1 hour and 49 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Leicester?

No, there are no direct train services from Worcester Shrub Hill to Leicester. Travelling from Worcester Shrub Hill to Leicester by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Leicester leave?

The first train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Leicester leaves at 05:06. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Leicester leave?

The last train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Leicester leaves at 21:04. 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 Worcester Shrub Hill and Leicester by train?

Trains travelling from Worcester Shrub Hill to Leicester cover a distance of around 55 miles (88 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Leicester to Worcester Shrub Hill.

Cheap train tickets from Worcester Shrub Hill to Leicester

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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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