The average train between Old Trafford and Leicester takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Old Trafford to Leicester. 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 3 hours between Old Trafford and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 12:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Old Trafford is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Exchange Quay and take an average of 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 57m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Old Trafford to Leicester? 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 Old Trafford to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Old Trafford station and arriving at Leicester station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.
Old Trafford to Leicester train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Old Trafford to Leicester train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Leicester station.
The distance between Old Trafford and Leicester is 120 km. The road distance is 173 km.
You can take a vehicle from Old Trafford to Leicester via Exchange Quay, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Nuneaton in around 3h 13m.