The average train between Leicester and Falkirk takes 6h 44m and the fastest train takes 5h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester to Falkirk. 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 Leicester and Falkirk. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 9:16 PM which arrives into Falkirk at 11:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 6h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Falkirk? 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 Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Falkirk station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.
Leicester to Falkirk train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Falkirk train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Falkirk Grahamston station.
Book your Leicester to Falkirk train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and ScotRail.
The distance between Leicester and Falkirk is 411.6 km. The road distance is 630 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Falkirk Grahamston via Peterborough and Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 16m.