The average train between Glasgow and Leicester takes 5h 51m 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Glasgow and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, 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 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 55m • 2 changesWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Glasgow station and arriving at Leicester station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.
Glasgow to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Glasgow to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Nuneaton station.
Book your Glasgow to Leicester train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Glasgow and Leicester is 412.2 km. The road distance is 515 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Leicester via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 5h 28m.