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Trip Overview

The average train between Glasgow and Leicester takes 5h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Glasgow 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.

5h 58m
Duration
320 mi
Distance
£126
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Glasgow to Leicester train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Glasgow and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 14m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country10h 42m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 2m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 56m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Leicester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 320.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Leicester via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 5h 33m.

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