The average train between Leicester and Redcar takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester to Redcar. 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 Redcar. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 8:09 PM which arrives into Redcar at 6:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Redcar? 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 Redcar. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Redcar station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.
Leicester to Redcar train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Redcar train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Redcar Central station.
Book your Leicester to Redcar train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Leicester and Redcar is 220 km. The road distance is 280 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Redcar Central via Sheffield and York in around 4h 5m.