Leicester Train Station

Address

Leicester station
Leicestershire LE2 0QB

Ticket office opening hours:

SATURDAY
05:20:00 - 22:30:00
SUNDAY
07:15:00 - 22:30:00
WEEKDAYS
05:20:00 - 22:30:00

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Live Arrivals

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Time	Destination	Status	Platform

Station facilities

Seated Area
Trolleys
Station Buffet
Toilets
Baby Change
Wi Fi
Post Box
Atm Machine
Shops

Station overview

Accessibility
- Accessible Public Telephones No
- Accessible Taxis No
- First Class Lounge No
- Help Points YES Yes
- Impaired Accessible Booking Office Counter YES Yes
- Impared Access Staff YES Yes
- Impared Access Ticket Gate YES Yes
- Impaired Accessible Ticket Machines YES Yes
- Induction Loop YES Yes
- Impaired Mobility Set Down YES Yes
- National Key Toilets YES Yes
- Ramp for Train Access YES Yes
- Wheel chairs Available YES Yes
- Helpline 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 (https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations_destinations/passenger-assist.aspx title=).
- Helpline Contact Details 08000 11 33 23
- Helpline Contact URL https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
- Step Free Access 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.
- Step Free Access Coverage Whole Station
- Staff Help 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.

Airport
- Availability YES Yes
- Note Skylink service departs daily, at regular intervals from St Margarets Bus Station (in city centre) for East Midlands Airport.For details: www.trentbarton.co.uk/services/skylinkderby (http://www.trentbarton.co.uk/services/skylinkderby title=)

Baggage Services
- Left Luggage: Available No
- Left Luggage: URL https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/

Bus information
- Bus Service: Availability YES Yes
- Bus Service: Note Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here (http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/posters/LEI.pdf)

Cycle Storage
- Availability YES Yes
- Closed Circuit TV YES Yes
- 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.
- Note
  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.
- Sheltered YES Yes
- Spaces 222
- Type
  Compounds
  Stands

Dining and Shopping
- Dining & Shopping: Shops YES Yes
- Dining & Shopping: Station Buffet YES Yes

Phones, Internet & Wi-fi
- Station Amenities: Telephone No
- Web Kiosk: Available No
- Station Amenities: Wi-Fi Find WiFi Hotspots around Leicester station (http://www.btwifi.co.uk/find/ title=)Free WiFi is available in the First Lounge
- Telephone: Usage Type Cards And Coins

Parking
- Car Parking Details
  Parking 1:
  
  £2.00 Evening car park fare is available from 1800 until 0230.
  This car park has Secure Station Accreditation.
  
  Phone number: 08457 125 678
  
  Address:
  Fox Street
  Leicester
  LE2 0QB
  
  Operator Name: East Midlands Railway
  Name: Station car park
  Spaces: 488
  Charges:
  Daily: £15.00
  Weekly: £45.00
  Monthly: £150.00
  ThreeMonthly: £405.00
  Annual: £1,500.00
  Saturday: £7.50
  Sunday: £7.50
  Note:
  £2.00 Evening car park fare is available from 1800 until 0230.
  £9.50 Weekend rate (Friday 1000 - Sunday midnight) please purchase ticket from ticket office.
  This car park has Secure Station Accreditation.
  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. For more information visit: https://www.leicester.gov.uk/station" title="">https://www.leicester.gov.uk/station
  
  Number Accessible Spaces: 20
  Accessible Spaces Note:
  A designated pick up/drop off for mobility impaired customers is available in the short stay car park with step free access to the concourse and into the station
  
  Accessible Car Park Equipment: Yes
  Cctv: No
  Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
  
  Parking 2:
  
  This car park has Secure Station Accreditation.
  
  Phone number: 08457 125 678
  
  Address:
  Conduit Street
  Leicester
  Leicestershire
  LE2 0QB
  
  Operator Name: East Midlands Railway
  Name: Short stay car park
  Spaces: 10
  Charges:
  Off-peak: £7.50
  Note:
  This car park has Secure Station Accreditation.
  
  Number Accessible Spaces: 4
  Accessible Spaces Note:
  One disabled pick up/drop off only bay. Charges 50p for 20 minutes blue badge holders 1 hour free. Blue Badge holders wishing to park longer must use the long stay car park on Fox Street.
  
  Accessible Car Park Equipment: Yes
  Cctv: No
  Open:
  Saturday - open 24h
  Sunday - open 24h
  - open 24h
  Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/

Priority Lounge Information
- First Class Lounge: Note LocatedAt the south end of platform 3/4 - Currently Closed
  Tickets Accepted
  All First Class ticket holders
  Facilities
  Screens with updated train information & also Sky News
  Refreshments
  Screens with updated train information & also Sky News
  Wi-Fi
  Yes
  Showers
  No

Restrooms
- Toilets YES Yes
- Baby Change YES Yes
- Toilets Note
  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.
  - Weekdays (Mon - Fri) 05:20-22:30
  - Saturday 05:20-22:30
  - Sunday 07:15-22:30

Station Location & Directions
- Latitude 52.63144566
- Longitude -1.125278584

Station Information
- ATM YES Yes
- Baby Change YES Yes
- Bureau De Change No
- Lost Property No
- Post Box YES Yes
- Shops YES Yes
- Seated Area YES Yes
- Station Buffet YES Yes
- Showers No
- Trolley YES Yes
- Wifi YES Yes
- Waiting Room YES Yes
- Lost Property Phone number: 03457 125678
  
  Operator Name: E M R lost property office is located at Nottingham. We will try to contact the owner if they can be identified, the item will be kept for 3 months (unless it is perishable) and a record is kept.
- Lost Property: URL https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
- Information Systems DepartureScreensArrivalScreensAnnouncements
- Lost Property Number 03457 125678
- Staffing Level YES Yes

Subway/transit
- Metro: Availability No

Ticketing Hours
- Ticket Office Hours SATURDAY
  05:20:00 - 22:30:00
  SUNDAY
  07:15:00 - 22:30:00
  WEEKDAYS
  05:20:00 - 22:30:00

Ticketing Services & Information
- Oyster Pre-Pay No
- Pre-Purchase Collection YES Yes
- Ticket Machine YES Yes
- Customer Service Note Booking hall
- Penalty Fares EM
- Smartcard Notes Collect and top your Smartcard at this location

Ticket Vending Hours
- Ticket Vending Hours FRIDAY
  00:00:00 - 23:59:59
  MONDAY
  00:00:00 - 23:59:59
  SATURDAY
  00:00:00 - 23:59:59
  SUNDAY
  00:00:00 - 23:59:59
  THURSDAY
  00:00:00 - 23:59:59
  TUESDAY
  00:00:00 - 23:59:59
  WEDNESDAY
  00:00:00 - 23:59:59

Taxi Information
- Availability YES Yes
- Note station front

Local Taxis

Leicester: Rail Station is a major station with taxis usually available on a rank. Advance booking is not normally necessary or even possible, unless arriving early in the morning or late at night. Operators who may accept bookings include:


Hansom	Phone 0116 233 3333
Swift Fox	Phone 0116 262 8222
Highfields	Phone 0116 262 4004

Other transportation
- Rail Replacement Services Coaches leave from the Station front

About the station

Leicester train station is a grand Victorian building which first opened in 1840, making it one of the first places in the UK to be served by a railway. Over the years, Leicester has had a total seven railway stations, so it's fair to say the city has a rich history of rail travel.

Located in the hustle and bustle of this ever-growing city, Leicester train station is now the city's main station and attracts many visitors every day. CrossCountry runs many different services in and out of Leicester, with Birmingham to Leicester, Cambridge to Leicester and Peterborough to Leicester being some of the most popular.

Need more information on travelling in and around the city? Check out our trains to Leicester page.

Things to do in Leicester

One of the most central cities in England, Leicester is popping with vibrancy, culture, and excitement. Home to a massive Caribbean Carnival and one of the largest Diwali celebrations outside of India, along with regular culturally diverse celebrations and events, Leicester is a melting pot of people and culture. Whether you're looking to explore food from around the globe, shop your heart out, or blow your mind at the space centre, Leicester has something to do for everyone.

With a bursting selection of shopping malls, markets and pedestrian streets, Leicester is the perfect destination for retail therapy. For some truly unique independent sellers, head over to The Lanes to meander through the cobbled streets - popping with trendy boutiques, vintage stores, and local craftsmen. If you're looking for high street favourites, head over to Highcross Shopping Centre. After a long shopping spree, you may need to drop the bags and give your arms rest. Well, there are tea rooms, pubs, and cafes dotted everywhere, making Leicester the perfect place to spend the day.

As you'd guess with a multicultural, metropolitan city, Leicester is teeming with great places to eat, with a habitat of flavours from across the globe. Formally the UK's Curry Capital, you're never too far from a top-notch curry. The Golden Mile is the place to be for curry lovers (Bobby's is a local favourite). Being the birthplace of the world-renowned Red Leicester and Stilton cheese, you'll be sure to find some cheesy British grub, too. If you're looking to pick up some great cheese or other fantastic produce, head down to Leicester Market – you won't leave disappointed.

Leicester may be small in size, but it's compact and brimming with great things to do. Home to the National Space Centre, you and the kids can explore all there is to know about space exploration, boasting plenty of family-friendly activities. If discovering great art is your aim, Leicester is home to an array of fabulous galleries, from a display of Victorian Masters at New Walk Museum and Art Gallery to contemporary pieces at the Attenborough Arts Centre. Whoever you're travelling with, you won't be short of options.

FAQs

How many platforms are there at Leicester station?

There are four platforms at Leicester Station, which are all well used by both passenger and freight trains.

How far is the King Power Stadium from Leicester Train Station?

The King Power Stadium, home to Leicester City FC, is a 1.3mi walk from Leicester Station – taking around 25 minutes to walk. Alternatively, there are buses which can take between 20 to 30 minutes.

Can you pick up and dropoff at Leicester train station?

Yes, there is a pickup, drop off and taxi rank to the front of Leicester Station.

Does Leicester Train Station have barriers?

In 2006, automatic ticket barriers were installed on all entrances and exits to the station.

How many train stations are there in Leicester?

There is only one train station in Leicester, and that's Leicester Train Station. The train station is only a short 10-minute walk to the city's centre.

Leicester Train Station