Travelling from Edinburgh to Leicester by train

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

The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Leicester take around 4 hours and 22 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 393 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around  05:40. The last departure is usually at around 22:13 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 05:48, with the last train leaving at around 21:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 53 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 5 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$97.00.

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 Edinburgh to Leicester?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Leicester?

The Edinburgh to Leicester train travel takes about 4 hours and 22 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Edinburgh to Leicester train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Leicester leaving Edinburgh at around 05:40 and the last train leaving at around 22:13 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 05:48, with the final departure at 21:00.