The average train between Bristol and Leicester (Station) takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol to Leicester (Station). 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 hourly between Bristol and Leicester (Station). The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Leicester (Station) at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Leicester (Station). However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Leicester (Station) station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.
Bristol to Leicester (Station) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Leicester (Station) train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Bristol to Leicester (Station) train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Bristol and Leicester (Station) is 165 km. The road distance is 207 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Leicester via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 36m.