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Trip Overview

The average train between Leicester and Windermere takes 4h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Leicester to Windermere. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 58m
Duration
189 mi
Distance
£86
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Leicester to Windermere train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Leicester and Windermere. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Windermere at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 54m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 56m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 39m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited7h 24m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 33m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 50m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 33m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 50m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 33m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 50m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 33m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 50m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 33m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 50m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 1m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 47m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 49m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Windermere? 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.

Map of how to get from Leicester to Windermere.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 188.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Windermere via Sheffield, Manchester Piccadilly, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 5h 4m.

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