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Hucknall Tourist and Local History Group Museum
Volunteer-run local heritage centre with displays on mining, aviation and everyday life in Hucknall. A strong introduction to the town’s story.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Hucknall is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Hucknall will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
To travel from Leicester to Hucknall you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Leicester to Hucknall run on average 1 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 52m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Leicester to Hucknall.
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Hucknall trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C21560 · C21619 | Delayed 12:46 12:27Leicester station (LEI) | 0h54 | 13:21 Hucknall station (HKN) | 1 change | |
W70921 · C21882 | On time 12:54 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h27 | 14:21 Hucknall station (HKN) | 1 change | |
W70924 · C21369 | On time 13:56 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h25 | 15:21 Hucknall station (HKN) | 1 change | |
W70930 · C21620 | On time 15:02 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h19 | 16:21 Hucknall station (HKN) | 1 change | |
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W70844 · C21455 | 6:41 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h00 | 7:41 Hucknall station (HKN) | 1 change | |
W70852 · C21451 | 8:48 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h53 | 9:41 Hucknall station (HKN) | 1 change | |
W70856 · C21449 | 9:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h51 | 10:41 Hucknall station (HKN) | 1 change | |
W70861 · C21447 | 10:47 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h54 | 11:41 Hucknall station (HKN) | 1 change | |
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Volunteer-run local heritage centre with displays on mining, aviation and everyday life in Hucknall. A strong introduction to the town’s story.
Museum and art gallery in nearby Nottingham showcasing archaeology, natural history and changing exhibitions. A reliable cultural trip from Hucknall.
Country house museum with period rooms, industrial history and parkland. Good for visitors wanting heritage collections close to Hucknall.
Large local park with open lawns, play areas and paths. Ideal for a relaxed walk and a feel for day-to-day life in Hucknall.
Linear green space on a former railway, popular for walking and cycling. A good choice for an easy outdoor route near the town centre.
Public woodland and nature area with trails and varied habitats. Worth visiting for a quieter local walk beyond the main centre.
Soft white bread rolls from Nottinghamshire, often served in cobs and local sandwich shops. A staple name and style in the East Midlands.
A regional blue-veined cow’s milk cheese from nearby Colwick. Creamy, mellow and long linked with Nottinghamshire cheesemaking.
A local pork pie from Melton Mowbray in the wider East Midlands. Made with hot-water crust pastry and seasoned chopped pork.
Established Turkish restaurant serving charcoal-grilled kebabs, meze and hearty mains in a friendly casual atmosphere.
Popular local Indian restaurant known for curries, grills and a smart but relaxed setting in Hucknall.
Well-known pub and dining venue offering classic British meals, drinks and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hucknall is usually cheaper than central Nottingham for meals and stays, while local bus, tram and rail fares remain manageable for visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is polite if service is not included. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés only for good service.
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Hucknall Station -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Hucknall 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 Hucknall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leicester to Hucknall trains use the Leicester to Hucknall station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Hucknall train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Hucknall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hucknall.
Available at Hucknall: Parking.
Available at Hucknall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hucknall: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access from Car Park only, not from road bridge entrance. Access from the carpark is via a ramp with a shallow gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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