The average train between Leicester and Llanelli takes 5h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester to Llanelli. 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 Llanelli. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Llanelli at 10:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Llanelli? 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 Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Llanelli station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.
Leicester to Llanelli train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Llanelli train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Llanelli station.
Book your Leicester to Llanelli train tickets online with Cross Country, Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Leicester and Llanelli is 232.4 km. The road distance is 327 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Llanelli via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 5h 22m.