The average train between Leicester and Lichfield takes 1h 43m and the fastest train takes 1h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester to Lichfield. 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 Lichfield. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Lichfield at 6:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 1h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Lichfield? 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 Lichfield. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Lichfield station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.
Leicester to Lichfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Lichfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Lichfield Trent Valley station.
Book your Leicester to Lichfield train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Leicester and Lichfield is 47 km. The road distance is 63 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Lichfield City via Nuneaton and Lichfield Trent Valley High Level in around 1h 49m.