The average train between Leicester and Perth takes 7h 41m and the fastest train takes 6h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester to Perth. 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 2 hours between Leicester and Perth. 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 Perth at 11:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 7h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Perth? 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 Perth. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Perth station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.
Leicester to Perth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Perth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Perth station.
Book your Leicester to Perth train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leicester and Perth is 443.2 km. The road distance is 679 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Perth via Peterborough and Edinburgh Waverley in around 7h 25m.