The average train between Scotland and Leicester takes 6h 21m and the fastest train takes 5h 9m. There is a train service every few hours 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.
Trains run hourly between Scotland and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotland is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Leicester at 8:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 6h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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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.
No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Scotland station and arriving at Leicester station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.
Scotland to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Scotland to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Nuneaton station.
Book your Scotland to Leicester train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Scotland and Leicester is 499.3 km. The road distance is 515 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Leicester via Warrington Bank Quay, Crewe, and Nuneaton in around 6h 13m.