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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Leicester (Station) takes 5h 21m and the fastest train takes 4h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Edinburgh 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.

5h 21m
Duration
318 mi
Distance
£137
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Edinburgh to Leicester (Station) train times

Trains run hourly between Edinburgh and Leicester (Station). The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Leicester (Station) at 7:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 5h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryEast Midlands Railways4h 49m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways5h 1m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 28m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Leicester (Station)? 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 Edinburgh to Leicester (Station).ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 318.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Leicester (Station), Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leicester via Doncaster and Sheffield in around 4h 47m.

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