The average train between Hastings and Leicester takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Hastings to Leicester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Hastings and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hastings is at 10:24 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 40m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Hastings to Leicester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Hastings to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Hastings station and arriving at Leicester station via Ashford International station and London St Pancras Intl station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Hastings to Leicester train services, operated by Southern, depart from Hastings station.
Hastings to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Leicester station.
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The distance between Hastings and Leicester is 230.4 km. The road distance is 266 km.
You can take a train from Hastings to Leicester via Ashford International and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 58m.