The average train between Leicester and Kilmarnock takes 7h 46m and the fastest train takes 5h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Leicester to Kilmarnock. 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 Kilmarnock. 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 Kilmarnock at 11:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 7h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Kilmarnock? 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 Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Kilmarnock station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.
Leicester to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nuneaton station.
Leicester to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Kilmarnock station.
Book your Leicester to Kilmarnock train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 4 other operators.
The distance between Leicester and Kilmarnock is 396.6 km. The road distance is 499 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Kilmarnock via Nuneaton, Crewe, and Carlisle in around 7h 11m.