The average train between Walkden and Leicester takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Walkden 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 Walkden and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Walkden is at 11:13 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Salford Crescent and take an average of 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Walkden to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Walkden station and arriving at Leicester station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
Walkden to Leicester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Walkden to Leicester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Walkden to Leicester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Walkden and Leicester is 129.3 km. The road distance is 181 km.
You can take a train from Walkden to Leicester via Salford Crescent, Manchester Piccadilly, and Nuneaton in around 3h 23m.