The average train between Purley and Leicester takes 2h 11m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Purley 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 every 30 minutes between Purley and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 1:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Purley is at 9:28 PM which arrives into Leicester at 11:57 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 10m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Purley 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 Purley to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Purley station and arriving at Leicester station via London St Pancras Intl station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.
Purley to Leicester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Purley station.
Purley to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Leicester station.
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The distance between Purley and Leicester is 160.7 km. The road distance is 186 km.
You can take a train from Purley to Leicester via London St Pancras Intl in around 1h 53m.