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The average train between Scotland and Leicester takes 5h 51m and the fastest train takes 4h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Scotland 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.

5h 51m
Duration
320 mi
Distance
£128
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train via Crewe

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  1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain train Crewe - London Euston / ...
5h 28m
£101–191

Scotland to Leicester train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Scotland and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotland is at 8:06 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country10h 42m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 50m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 11m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 50m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 11m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 50m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 11m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 50m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 11m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 24m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 22m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 2m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 16m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 55m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Scotland 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.

Map of how to get from Scotland to Leicester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 320.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Scotland and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Leicester via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 5h 28m.

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