Is there a direct train from Crawley to Leicester?

The journey between Crawley and Leicester usually involves one change of train. We usually find at least one departure on the route from Crawley to Leicester every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Crawley to Leicester?

The Crawley to Leicester train travel takes about 2 hours and 26 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Crawley to Leicester train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Leicester leaving Crawley at around 05:28 and the last train leaving at around 23:38.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Crawley at around 05:36, with the final departure at 23:30.

Crawley to Leicester by train

First train

05:28
Last train

23:38

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

2hr 26m

Distance

181 kilometres
Trains per day

38

Avg. journey time

3hr
Train operators

Travelling from Crawley to Leicester by train

Considering a train trip from Crawley to Leicester? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost between Crawley and Leicester

Average fares along this route:

The cheapest ticket price: CA$148.93
Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:
Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

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Train timetable for travel between Crawley and Leicester

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Crawley to Leicester by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

First daily departure (weekday): 05:28
Last daily departure (weekday): 23:38
First daily departure (weekend): 05:36
Last daily departure (weekend): 23:30
Average number of daily trains: 38 trains
Frequency of train departures: every 26 minutes

Crawley to Leicester distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 181 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 2 hours and 26 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets between Crawley and Leicester?

Tickets along this route go on sale 3 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making the most of your Crawley to Leicester travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Leicester.

FAQs about the train journey from Crawley to Leicester

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

How far is the train trip from Crawley to Leicester?

The total distance from Crawley to Leicester is 181 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Crawley to Leicester?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at CA$148.93. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Crawley to Leicester?

Tickets for travel between Crawley to Leicester are available 3 and a half months before departure.

What’s the travel time from Crawley to Leicester by train?

The fastest journey is 2 hours and 26 minutes.

Leicester to Crawley by train

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