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Trip Overview

The average train between East Kilbride and Leicester takes 7h 25m and the fastest train takes 5h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from East Kilbride 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.

7h 25m
Duration
331 mi
Distance
£130
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

East Kilbride to Leicester train times

Trains run every 4 hours between East Kilbride and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from East Kilbride is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Leicester at 10:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 7h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country6h • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 52m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 55m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country6h • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 52m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 55m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country6h • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 52m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 55m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 56m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 54m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 51m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 53m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 54m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 54m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 56m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country6h • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 52m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 55m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country6h • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 52m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 55m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from East Kilbride 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.

Map of how to get from East Kilbride to Leicester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 331.1 mi
  • Duration: 7h 25m

What companies run services between East Kilbride, Scotland and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from East Kilbride to Leicester via Glasgow Central, Crewe, and Nuneaton in around 7h 6m.

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