The average train between Heathrow and Leicester takes 1h 57m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Heathrow 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 30 minutes between Heathrow and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 12:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Heathrow is at 10:47 PM which arrives into Leicester at 1:21 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 1h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 50m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Heathrow 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 Heathrow to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Heathrow station and arriving at Leicester station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.
Heathrow to Leicester train services, operated by Heathrow Express, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.
Heathrow to Leicester train services, operated by Heathrow Express, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Heathrow to Leicester train tickets online with Heathrow Express, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Heathrow and Leicester is 138.3 km. The road distance is 186 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicester every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 7m.