The average train between Leicester and Ashington takes 4h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester to Ashington. 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 Leicester and Ashington. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Ashington at 12:33 PM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 22m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Leicester to Ashington? 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 Leicester to Ashington. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Newcastle station via Sheffield station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.
Leicester to Ashington train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Ashington train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
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The distance between Leicester and Ashington is 283.7 km. The road distance is 315 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Ashington via Sheffield and Newcastle in around 4h 34m.