The average train between Leicester and Knighton takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Leicester to Knighton. 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 4 times a day between Leicester and Knighton. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:25 PM which arrives into Knighton at 5:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Knighton? 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 Knighton. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Knighton station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.
Leicester to Knighton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Knighton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Knighton station.
Book your Leicester to Knighton train tickets online with Cross Country, Transport for Wales and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Leicester and Knighton is 133.9 km. The road distance is 183 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Knighton via Birmingham New Street and Shrewsbury in around 3h 59m.