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Direct services & connecting journeys
The journey results show whether direct services or options involving a change are available from Leicester to Chester for your selected date and time.
For a connecting journey, check the interchange station, connection time and any transfer between stations. Review the whole itinerary and ticket conditions before paying.
Before you start your journey
Departing from Leicester
- Departure station
- Leicester station guide
- Address
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- London Road, LE2 0QB
Operators serving Leicester
The operators listed for a station may differ from those used on a particular journey. Check your selected itinerary.
Facilities at Leicester
- Toilets
- Cafe
- Ticket Office
Parking & meeting your train
- St. Nicholas Circle (0.3 mi, paid)
Explore the area around Leicester
- King Richard III Visitor Centre
- Leicester Cathedral
About your departure station
Leicester station (1840) was rebuilt in 1894 with magnificent Victorian architecture.
The station became a major Midland Main Line hub.
Today it serves 7 million annual passengers with East Midlands Railway services.
Recent upgrades have improved accessibility while preserving historic features.
Future plans include HS2 connections.
Leicester remains the East Midlands key rail interchange, combining rich railway heritage with modern transport needs in this growing city.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from Leicester to Chester?
Open the ticket search and enter Leicester as your departure station and Chester as your arrival station, then add your travel date and passenger details to see the available options.
How do I check whether I need to change trains between Leicester and Chester?
Review the complete itinerary in the journey results. It shows the individual services and connections for the option you select.
Can I include a Railcard?
Add your valid Railcard to the ticket search and check its restrictions before booking. Any available Railcard discount will be automatically reflected in your shopping cart.