The average train between Holyhead and Leicester takes 5h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead 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 Holyhead and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 7:48 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Holyhead 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 Holyhead to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Leicester station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.
Holyhead to Leicester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Leicester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Nuneaton station.
Book your Holyhead to Leicester train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Holyhead and Leicester is 246 km. The road distance is 296 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Leicester via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 4h 40m.