The average train between Airdrie and Leicester takes 7h 26m and the fastest train takes 5h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Airdrie to Leicester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Airdrie and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Airdrie is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Leicester at 11:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Easton Place and take an average of 7h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Airdrie to Leicester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Airdrie to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Airdrie station and arriving at Leicester station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.
Airdrie to Leicester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Whifflet station.
Airdrie to Leicester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Nuneaton station.
Book your Airdrie to Leicester train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Airdrie and Leicester is 403.7 km. The road distance is 509 km.
Lumo operates a train from Whifflet to Nuneaton 3 times a day. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 3h 54m.