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Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed by train

First train

05:48

Last train

01:55

Departure station

Leicester

Arrival station

Berwick-upon-Tweed

Journey time

From 3h 57m

Distance

220 miles (354 km)

Frequency

41 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway

Take the train from Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed in 3 hours 57 minutes

If you want to travel from Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed by train to take around 6 hours 41 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 57 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 41 trains per day running on this route, which spans 220 miles (354 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Berwick-upon-Tweed. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed

Want to know more about your journey from Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed?

You can get from Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed by train in 6 hours and 41 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 57 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed take?

The average journey time by train between Leicester and Berwick-upon-Tweed is 6 hours and 41 minutes, with around 41 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Leicester and Berwick-upon-Tweed by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed is 3 hours and 57 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed?

No, there are no direct train services from Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed. Travelling from Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

Cheap train tickets from Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Leicester to Berwick-upon-Tweed is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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