The average train between Leicester and Grimsby takes 3h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Leicester to Grimsby. 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 every 4 hours between Leicester and Grimsby. The earliest departure is at 1:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Grimsby at 7:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Grimsby? 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 Grimsby. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Grimsby station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.
Leicester to Grimsby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Grimsby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Grimsby Town station.
Book your Leicester to Grimsby train tickets online with East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Leicester and Grimsby is 124.9 km. The road distance is 168 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Grimsby Town via Nottingham in around 3h 15m.