The average train between Wem and Leicester takes 3h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Wem 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 Wem and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Wem is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Leicester at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 3h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wem 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 Wem to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Wem station and arriving at Leicester station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.
Wem to Leicester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Wem to Leicester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Wem to Leicester train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Wem and Leicester is 109.9 km. The road distance is 148 km.
You can take a train from Wem to Leicester via Shrewsbury and Birmingham New Street in around 2h 47m.