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The average train between Southwark and Leicester takes 1h 26m and the fastest train takes 1h 15m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Southwark 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.

1h 26m
Duration
100 mi
Distance
£56
Average price
Every 20 minutes
Frequency

Southwark to Leicester train times

Trains run every 20 minutes between Southwark and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 1:36 AM at night, and the last departure from Southwark is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Leicester at 1:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 23m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 23m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 25m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 52m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 29m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 31m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 52m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 29m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 31m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 30m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 32m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 28m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 23m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways8h 47m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 43m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 48m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 28m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 31m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 27m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 26m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 29m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 31m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 27m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 26m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Southwark 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.

Map of how to get from Southwark to Leicester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 100.3 mi
  • Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Southwark, England and Leicester, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicester every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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