Travelling from Croydon to Leicester by train

Want to know how to get from Croydon to Leicester by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Croydon to Leicester take around 1 hour and 48 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 157 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Croydon is scheduled to depart at around  06:01. The last departure is usually at around 21:45 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Croydon at around 06:15, with the last train leaving at around 22:04. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 91 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 8 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €28.71.

We think any time is a great time to visit Leicester, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Leicester.

Is there a direct train from Croydon to Leicester?

The journey between Croydon and Leicester usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Croydon 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 Croydon to Leicester?

The Croydon to Leicester train travel takes about 1 hour and 48 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Croydon to Leicester train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Leicester leaving Croydon at around 06:01 and the last train leaving at around 21:45 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Croydon at around 06:15, with the final departure at 22:04.