The average train between Leicester and Dumbarton takes 6h 53m and the fastest train takes 5h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Leicester to Dumbarton. 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 4 hours between Leicester and Dumbarton. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Dumbarton at 10:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 6h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Dumbarton? 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 Dumbarton. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Dumbarton station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.
Leicester to Dumbarton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nuneaton station.
Leicester to Dumbarton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Leicester to Dumbarton train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and 3 other operators.
The distance between Leicester and Dumbarton is 429.9 km. The road distance is 539 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Dumbarton Central via Nuneaton, Crewe, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Hyndland in around 7h 4m.