The average train between Redcar and Leicester takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Redcar to Leicester. 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 Redcar and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Redcar is at 11:35 PM which arrives into Leicester at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Darlington and take an average of 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Redcar to Leicester? 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 Redcar to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Redcar station and arriving at Leicester station via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Redcar to Leicester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Redcar Central station.
Redcar to Leicester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Redcar to Leicester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Redcar and Leicester is 220 km. The road distance is 293 km.
You can take a train from Redcar Central to Leicester via Darlington and Sheffield in around 3h 54m.