The average train between Prestwick and Leicester takes 7h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Prestwick 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 4 hours between Prestwick and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Prestwick is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Leicester at 10:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 7h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Prestwick 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 Prestwick to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Prestwick station and arriving at Leicester station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.
Prestwick to Leicester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Prestwick Town station.
Prestwick to Leicester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Nuneaton station.
Book your Prestwick to Leicester train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Prestwick and Leicester is 390.6 km. The road distance is 576 km.
You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Leicester via Glasgow Central, Crewe, and Nuneaton in around 7h 15m.