The average train between Leicester and Chelsea takes 1h 32m and the fastest train takes 1h 23m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Leicester to Chelsea. 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 20 minutes between Leicester and Chelsea. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Leicester is at 5:44 PM which arrives into Chelsea at 7:26 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 1h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 45m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Leicester to Chelsea? 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 Leicester to Chelsea. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Chelsea station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.
Leicester to Chelsea train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Chelsea train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at South Kensington station.
Book your Leicester to Chelsea train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and London Underground (Tube).
The distance between Leicester and Chelsea is 143.9 km. The road distance is 165 km.
There is no direct connection from Leicester to Chelsea. However, you can take the train to London St Pancras Intl, walk to King's Cross St. Pancras station, then take the subway to South Kensington station.