Travelling from Coventry to Leicester by train

Want to know how to get from Coventry to Leicester by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Coventry to Leicester take around 53 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 37 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Coventry is scheduled to depart at around  01:13. The last departure is usually at around 22:25 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Coventry at around 01:18, with the last train leaving at around 23:58. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 49 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 19 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £16.42.

We think any time is a great time to visit Leicester, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Leicester.

Is there a direct train from Coventry to Leicester?

The journey between Coventry and Leicester usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Coventry to Leicester every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Coventry to Leicester?

The Coventry to Leicester train travel takes about 53 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Coventry to Leicester train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Leicester leaving Coventry at around 01:13 and the last train leaving at around 22:25 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Coventry at around 01:18, with the final departure at 23:58.