The average train between Leicester and Ludlow takes 3h 22m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester to Ludlow. 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 Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Ludlow? 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 Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Ludlow station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
Leicester to Ludlow train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Ludlow train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Leicester to Ludlow train tickets online with Cross Country, Transport for Wales and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Leicester and Ludlow is 111.6 km. The road distance is 176 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Ludlow via Birmingham New Street and Shrewsbury in around 3h 5m.