# Train times from East Midlands Parkway to London

East Midlands Parkway connects to 1 London terminal. The fastest route is St Pancras in 82 minutes on a direct train.

- Fastest journey to London: 82 minutes to St Pancras
- Direct service: Yes
- London terminals served: 1 (St Pancras)
- Operator: Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern high speed
- Source: Darwin Timetable Files (Rail Delivery Group), Open Government Licence v3.0
- Data reviewed: 2026-08-17

## East Midlands Parkway to each London terminal

| London terminal | Fastest | Fastest direct | Typical peak | Peak trains/hr | Operator |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| St Pancras | 82 min | same as fastest | 89 | 2.9 | Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern high speed |

## Frequently asked questions

### How long does the train from East Midlands Parkway to London take?

The fastest train from East Midlands Parkway reaches London St Pancras in 82 minutes. East Midlands Parkway connects to 1 London terminal: St Pancras.

### Which London station should I travel to from East Midlands Parkway?

St Pancras is the quickest at 82 minutes, on a direct service. Direct trains run to St Pancras.

### Is East Midlands Parkway a good commuter town for London?

At 82 minutes to London St Pancras, East Midlands Parkway is a longer commute, typically traded off against more space and lower housing costs. Direct trains keep the journey simple.

### Are there direct trains from East Midlands Parkway to London?

Yes. Direct services run to St Pancras.

### What are the nearest stations to East Midlands Parkway?

The closest alternatives are Long Eaton, Loughborough, Derby. These can offer a faster or cheaper route into London depending on where you live.

## About this data

Fastest is the quickest scheduled weekday service; typical peak is the median of
services arriving at the London terminal between 07:00 and 09:30. Computed from
Darwin Timetable Files published by the Rail Delivery Group under the Open
Government Licence. Not live times, and they exclude disruption and engineering
work. Full methodology: https://railreach.co.uk/about/

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