The average train between Leicester and Eccles takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Leicester to Eccles. 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 3 times a day between Leicester and Eccles. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Eccles at 8:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
3h 32m • 2 changes3h 15m • 2 changes3h 16m • 2 changes2h 46m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Leicester to Eccles? 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 Eccles. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Eccles station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.
Leicester to Eccles train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Eccles train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Eccles station.
Book your Leicester to Eccles train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, TransPennine Express and Metrolink.
The distance between Leicester and Eccles is 123.6 km. The road distance is 181 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Eccles (Manchester) via Nuneaton and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 1m.
