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G009568:540h55Peterborough station (PBO)9:49Leicester station (LEI)£101One-way0 changes- G0096612:540h55Peterborough station (PBO)13:49Leicester station (LEI)£121One-way0 changes
- G009599:540h55Peterborough station (PBO)10:49Leicester station (LEI)£121One-way0 changes
- G0096913:540h55Peterborough station (PBO)14:49Leicester station (LEI)£121One-way0 changes
- G0096411:540h55Peterborough station (PBO)12:49Leicester station (LEI)£121One-way0 changes
- G0096612:540h55Peterborough station (PBO)13:49Leicester station (LEI)£121One-way0 changes
- G009568:540h55Peterborough station (PBO)9:49Leicester station (LEI)£101One-way0 changes
- G009599:540h55Peterborough station (PBO)10:49Leicester station (LEI)£121One-way0 changes
- G0096913:540h55Peterborough station (PBO)14:49Leicester station (LEI)£121One-way0 changes
- G0096411:540h55Peterborough station (PBO)12:49Leicester station (LEI)£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Peterborough to Leicester
The cheapest option from Peterborough to Leicester is train, with an average price of £10. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Leicester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 60 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£10 Average Price Cheapest option | £32 Average Price |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Peterborough to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G00956 | 8:54 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h55 | 9:49 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00959 | 9:54 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h55 | 10:49 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00960 | 10:54 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h55 | 11:49 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00964 | 11:54 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h55 | 12:49 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00966 | 12:54 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h55 | 13:49 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00969 | 13:54 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h55 | 14:49 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00973 | 14:54 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h55 | 15:49 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to Leicester
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Peterborough to Leicester, including 7 direct trains, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:17, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 60 km distance in 55m.
Distance 60 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Lowest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 1:17 |
Last train 22:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Peterborough to Leicester trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Peterborough and Leicester from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Peterborough to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Peterborough and Leicester
Most Peterborough to Leicester trains use the Peterborough to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Peterborough and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Peterborough station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Getting to Peterborough from Peterborough city centre
Peterborough train station facilities and services
Peterborough has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peterborough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Peterborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Peterborough.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peterborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Peterborough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peterborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone, 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.
Which Leicester station do trains from Peterborough arrive at?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester 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
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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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