Travelling by train to the National Space Centre is super-simple. The nearest railway station to the National Space Centre is Leicester, which is served by East Midlands Railway and CrossCountry services throughout the day. It's 42 minutes to the National Space Centre on foot. You'll find the National Space Centre north of the station, by the River Soar.

The National Space Centre is full of wonders for all to enjoy. You'll find it jam-packed with a fascinating historic collection and intriguing displays, suitable for all ages.

Visit the National Space Centre website for opening information.

Station details & facilities

Departures and arrivals from Leicester

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Leicester station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.
Departing toTrainTimePlatformStatus
to London St Pancras InternationalEast Midlands Railway05:12On time
to London St Pancras InternationalEast Midlands Railway05:47On time
to SheffieldEast Midlands Railway05:48On time
to London St Pancras InternationalEast Midlands Railway06:02On time
to London St Pancras InternationalEast Midlands Railway06:10On time
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from DerbyEast Midlands Railway05:10On time
from DerbyEast Midlands Railway05:44On time
from SheffieldEast Midlands Railway06:00On time
from NottinghamEast Midlands Railway06:09On time
from NottinghamEast Midlands Railway06:14On time

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