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King Richard III Visitor Centre
Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Corby to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Corby to Leicester will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
To travel from Corby to Leicester you need to make at least one change.
C04286 · C04190
C04270 · C21785
C04267 · W70922
C04277 · W70908
C04283 · C21150
C04243 · W70874
C04232 · C21645
C04248 · W70880
C04278 · W70910
C04238 · C21652The table below shows live departures for Corby to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C04220 · W70854 | 8:39 Corby station (COR) | 0h40 | 9:19 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04224 · W70858 | 9:39 Corby station (COR) | 0h41 | 10:20 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04232 · C21645 | 10:40 Corby station (COR) | 0h37 | 11:17 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04238 · C21652 | 11:39 Corby station (COR) | 0h38 | 12:17 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04243 · W70874 | 12:40 Corby station (COR) | 0h37 | 13:17 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04248 · W70880 | 13:40 Corby station (COR) | 0h37 | 14:17 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04267 · W70922 | 17:06 Corby station (COR) | 0h42 | 17:48 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04268 · C21647 | 17:40 Corby station (COR) | 0h42 | 18:22 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04270 · C21785 | 18:06 Corby station (COR) | 0h41 | 18:47 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04273 · C21665 | 18:39 Corby station (COR) | 0h41 | 19:20 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04275 · W70932 | 19:09 Corby station (COR) | 0h46 | 19:55 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04277 · W70908 | 19:40 Corby station (COR) | 0h39 | 20:19 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04278 · W70910 | 20:10 Corby station (COR) | 0h38 | 20:48 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04280 · C21514 | 20:40 Corby station (COR) | 0h42 | 21:22 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04283 · C21150 | 21:41 Corby station (COR) | 1h04 | 22:45 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04285 · C21765 | 22:33 Corby station (COR) | 1h13 | 23:46 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04286 · C04190 | 23:10 Corby station (COR) | 1h49 | 0:59 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Corby to Leicester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 36m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 4:32 |
Last train 23:31 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Discover the best of Leicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leicester trip today.
Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
Leicester’s main art and history museum, with dinosaur galleries, fine art and displays on the city’s people and past.
Museum beside Roman remains, exploring local archaeology from Roman Leicester to later city history in a compact setting.
Lively regenerated waterside with bars, boats, public art and an easy walk linking the city centre to the canal heritage area.
Large central park with formal gardens, broad lawns and space to relax near the university and city centre.
Attractive green space around abbey ruins and the River Soar, good for walks, wildlife and traces of medieval Leicester.
Red Leicester is a crumbly orange cow’s milk cheese from Leicestershire, long linked to the county and traditionally coloured with annatto for its rich hue.
Melton Mowbray pork pie is a hand-raised pie from Leicestershire with seasoned chopped pork and a distinctive free-form crust, traditionally eaten cold.
Stilton is a famous English blue cheese historically traded through Leicestershire, prized for its creamy texture and strong savoury flavour on local cheeseboards.
Popular Indian restaurant on the Golden Mile known for rich curries, tandoori dishes and a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.
Stylish modern British restaurant and bar in St Martins Square, known for seasonal plates, cocktails and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Long-running vegetarian Gujarati restaurant serving thalis, snacks and sweets in a simple, busy setting loved by local families.
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, often just small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Corby to Leicester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Corby to Leicester trains use the Corby to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Corby and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Corby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Corby.
Ticket office support is available at Corby. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Corby: Parking, WC.
Available at Corby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Corby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A - this station has step-free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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