The average train between Leicester and Linlithgow takes 6h 33m and the fastest train takes 5h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester to Linlithgow. 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 Linlithgow. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Linlithgow at 11:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 6h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Linlithgow? 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 Linlithgow. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Linlithgow station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.
Leicester to Linlithgow train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Linlithgow train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Leicester to Linlithgow train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and ScotRail.
The distance between Leicester and Linlithgow is 404.2 km. The road distance is 617 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Linlithgow via Peterborough and Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 55m.