The average train between Leicester and Clitheroe takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester to Clitheroe. 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 Leicester and Clitheroe. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Clitheroe at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Clitheroe? 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 Leicester to Clitheroe. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Clitheroe station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Leicester to Clitheroe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nuneaton station.
Leicester to Clitheroe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Clitheroe station.
Book your Leicester to Clitheroe train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Leicester and Clitheroe is 160.5 km. The road distance is 225 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Clitheroe via Nuneaton, Manchester Piccadilly, and Bolton in around 4h 33m.