The average train between Heathrow and Leicester takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. 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 5:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Heathrow is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:35 AM. All services require a transfer at King's Cross St. Pancras station and take an average of 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Heathrow station and arriving at Leicester station via King's Cross St. Pancras station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.
Heathrow to Leicester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station.
Heathrow to Leicester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Leicester station.
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The distance between Heathrow and Leicester is 138.3 km. The road distance is 187 km.
There is no direct connection from Heathrow to Leicester. However, you can take the subway to King's Cross St. Pancras station, walk to London St Pancras International, then take the train to Leicester.