The average train between Leicester and France takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester to France. 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 France. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 6:41 PM which arrives into France at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to France? 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 France. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at France station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.
Leicester to France train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to France train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Leicester and France is 705.3 km. The road distance is 612 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Cité via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 4h 8m.