Station message
We have introduced Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology at Leicester station car park, with installation taking place at the end of October. Please click here to find out more.
From Monday 12 February 2024, demolition works will begin in the area, restricting access to the station car park. Station Street will be closed and access will be available via Fox Street. Find out more about the Leicester Station Gateway here.
Leicester at a glance
Address:
Leicester stationLondon Road
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE2 0QB
Ticket office:
Monday to Friday: 05:20 - 22:30Saturday: 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday: 07:15 - 22:30
- Ticket office
- Step-free access
- Prepurchase collection
- Car park
- Ticket machine
- Toilets
- Taxi-rank
- Wifi
- Seated area available
| Leicester train station information | Leicester train station is a major railway station serving the city of Leicester in Leicestershire, England. It is an important hub for both national and regional rail services, providing connections to destinations across the country. The station has a rich history and has undergone various renovations and improvements over the years to cater to the needs of passengers. |
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| Staffing level | Full time |
| CCTV | Yes |
| Information systems |
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| Hotels near Leicester train station | Set less than 1 km from Leicester Railway Station is The Acacia hotel, or within the heart of Leicester, The Belmont Hotel townhouse is less than 500 metres from the station. Further hotels near Leicester train station include Holiday Inn Leicester City, Ibis Leicester City and Hotel Campanile Leicester. |
| Shops and restaurants at Leicester train station | Leicester train station offers a variety of shops and restaurants to cater to the needs of passengers. From convenience stores and newsagents to cafes and fast food outlets, there are options available for grabbing a quick bite or picking up any essentials before boarding your train. There are plenty of sit-down restaurants within a stone’s throw of Leicester train station for those looking to enjoy a meal in a more relaxed setting. |
| The history of Leicester train station | The Leicester railway station has a rich history dating back to its opening in 1840. It was originally built by the Midland Counties Railway, and over the years, it has undergone several renovations and expansions to meet the growing demands of passengers. The station has played a significant role in the transportation and connectivity of Leicester and continues to be an important hub for commuters and travellers. |
Performance Figures
Figures for 1st April 2026 to 2nd May 2026
| Operator | Trains on time (Within 3 minutes) | Trains Cancelled |
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| EMR | 64.3% | 4.5% |
| CrossCountry | 74.3% | 2.4% |
| East Midlands Route: | 80.7% | 3.5% |
What we are doing to improve
Next 3 Months
We will continue to deliver our Joint Performance Plans with Network Rail to improve our operational performance, current focus areas include ensuring we deliver all readiness activity for the autumn season, and planning for a successful December timetable change introduction.
Next Year
We will implement performance improvement actions aligned with the Performance Restoration Framework, focusing on timetable reliability, staff availability, infrastructure resilience, and disruption management. Collaborative efforts with Network Rail will address crime, extreme weather, and congestion on parts of our route.
Longer-Term
We will introduce new Intercity trains, refurbish regional fleets, and work with Network Rail on sustainable maintenance access and infrastructure enhancements to reduce failures and improve overall service reliability.
| Ticket office information | Booking hall |
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| Ticket office opening times |
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| Pre-purchase collection | Yes |
| Ticket machine | Yes |
| Oyster cards issued here | No |
| Use Oyster cards here | No |
| Smartcards issued here | Yes |
| Top up Smartcards here | Yes |
| Validate Smartcards here | Yes |
| Smartcards information | Collect and top your Smartcard at this location |
| Penalty fares | Applicable Operators: EM |
| Left luggage | No |
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| Left luggage contact details | |
| Lost property contact details | Telephone: 03457 125678 |
| Seated area available | Yes
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| Waiting room information | There are heated waiting rooms, along with sheltered platform waiting areas with accessible seating. |
| Trolleys available | Yes
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| Station buffet available | Yes |
| Station buffet information | Cafe and vending machine. |
| Toilets available | Yes |
| Toilets information | The toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
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| Baby changing facilities available | Yes |
| Showers | Unknown |
| Telephones available | No |
| Wifi available | Yes |
| Wifi information | Find WiFi Hotspots around Leicester station Free WiFi is available in the First Lounge |
| Post box available | Yes |
| ATM available | Yes |
| Bureau de change available | Unknown |
| Shops available | Yes |
| Helpline information | We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here . |
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| Helpline contact details | Note: 08000 11 33 23 |
| Staff help information | Staff help available 05.20 - 01.00 Passenger Assistance meeting point is at the customer information desk in the front concourse or the ticket gates. |
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| Induction loop available | Yes |
| Accessible ticket machines available | Yes |
| Accessible booking office counter available | Yes
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| Ramp for train access available | Yes
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| Accessible taxis information | No
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| National Key toilets available | Yes |
| Step free access coverage | Whole station |
| Step free access information | This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases. |
| Ticket gates exist | Yes
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| Impaired mobility set down available | Yes |
| Wheelchairs | Yes
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| Cycle storage available | Yes |
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| Cycle storage number of spaces | 222 |
| Cycle storage sheltered | Yes |
| Cycle storage CCTV | Yes |
| Cycle storage location | Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park. |
| Cycle storage information | Cycle hub opening hours 0400 to 0200 daily. Changing facilities available. An application form for the cycle hub can be requested by emailing here . There are also mixed type stands with outdoor covered spaces in main car park and stands at the station front. |
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| Car park 1 | Station car park |
| Car park 1 operator | East Midlands Railway |
| Car park 1 spaces | 488 |
| Car park 1 charges |
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| Car park 1 contact details | £2.00 Evening car park fare is available from 1800 until 0230. This car park has Secure Station Accreditation. |
| Car park 2 | Short stay car park |
| Car park 2 operator | East Midlands Railway |
| Car park 2 spaces | 10 |
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| Car park 2 contact details | This car park has Secure Station Accreditation. |
| Rail replacement information | Coaches leave from the Station front. Please note: During pre-planned engineering works, coaches will leave from the station car park |
| Taxi rank information | Station front |
| Bus services information | Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
| Airport information | 'Skylink' service departs daily, at regular intervals from St Margaret's Bus Station (in city centre) for East Midlands Airport. For details: www.trentbarton.co.uk/services/skylinkderby |
Leicester Train Station FAQs
The train station address is Leicester Rail Station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB.
Leicester train station offers connections to various destinations across the country, serving as a hub for both national and regional rail services. Passengers can travel to cities and towns across the UK, with direct routes to destinations such as London, Birmingham, Sheffield, Nottingham, and many more. Hourly EMR services connect Leicester to Nottingham, London St Pancras, Lincoln, and Sheffield throughout the day.
The average train journey time between London and Leicester is 1 hour and 11 minutes with the fastest train taking 1 hour and 2 minutes. Please note that travel times may be longer on weekends and holidays. Please use our online Journey Planner on this page to find the schedule for a specific travel date.
Yes, you can drop off at Leicester train station. Cars can drop off passenger in the short stay car park at Leicester Station with wheelchair-friendly access to the concourse and into the station.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to London varies depending on the time and date of travel. It's best to check our website for the most accurate and up-to-date pricing information. For help finding the cheapest train tickets to and from Leicester, visit our cheap train ticket information.
Leicester train station has four platforms that are used for both incoming and outgoing trains.
The King Power Stadium is roughly 1.2 miles away from Leicester train station. This equates to roughly 5 minutes in the car or a 20 minute walk.
Yes, there is step free access to all platforms and the main entrance. Any passengers with a wheelchair that require assistance can use the ‘assistance’ button that is located near the self service ticket machines.
Yes, there is a cycle hub located on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which has 222 spaces. The cycle hub is sheltered and protected with CCTV. There are also bike stands available in the main car park.