The average train between Perth and Leicester takes 8h 22m and the fastest train takes 6h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Perth 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 2 hours between Perth and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Leicester at 11:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 8h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Perth 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 Perth to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Leicester station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.
Perth to Leicester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Leicester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Perth to Leicester train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Perth and Leicester is 443.2 km. The road distance is 679 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Leicester via Edinburgh Waverley and Peterborough in around 7h 35m.