Travelling from Leicester to Croydon by train

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

The fastest trains from Leicester to Croydon take around 1 hour and 52 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 157 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Leicester is scheduled to depart at around  05:29. The last departure is usually at around 21:57 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Leicester at around 06:24, with the last train leaving at around 21:36. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 96 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 €34.31.

We think any time is a great time to visit Croydon, 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 Croydon.

Is there a direct train from Leicester to Croydon?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Leicester to Croydon every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Leicester to Croydon train travel takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Leicester to Croydon train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Croydon leaving Leicester at around 05:29 and the last train leaving at around 21:57 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Leicester at around 06:24, with the final departure at 21:36.