The average train between Leicester and Harrogate takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is an hourly train service from Leicester to Harrogate. 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 Harrogate. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Harrogate at 7:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Harrogate? 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 Harrogate. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Harrogate station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
Leicester to Harrogate train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Harrogate train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Harrogate station.
Book your Leicester to Harrogate train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Northern Trains Limited and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leicester and Harrogate is 152.8 km. The road distance is 194 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Harrogate via Sheffield and Leeds in around 2h 47m.