The average train between Leeds Station and Leicester takes 2h 38m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds Station 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 hourly between Leeds Station and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds Station is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:00 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 14m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Leeds Station 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 Leeds Station to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Leeds Station station and arriving at Leicester station via Chesterfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.
Leeds Station to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds Station to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Leeds Station to Leicester train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Leeds Station and Leicester is 131.6 km. The road distance is 165 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Leicester via Chesterfield in around 2h 4m.