The average train between Lichfield and Leicester takes 2h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Lichfield to Leicester. 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 Lichfield and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lichfield is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Lichfield Trent Valley and take an average of 2h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lichfield to Leicester? 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 Lichfield to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Lichfield station and arriving at Leicester station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.
Lichfield to Leicester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Lichfield Trent Valley station.
Lichfield to Leicester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Lichfield to Leicester train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Lichfield and Leicester is 47 km. The road distance is 63 km.
You can take a train from Lichfield City to Leicester via Lichfield Trent Valley and Nuneaton in around 1h 53m.