Edinburgh to Leicester Train
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Edinburgh to Leicester by train
The journey from Edinburgh to Leicester by train is 243.85 mi and takes 5 hrs 40 mins. There are 18 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:48 and the last at 17:30. It is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Leicester by train for as little as £52.92 or as much as £189.01. The best price for this journey is £52.92.
| Lowest Price | £52.92 |
| Journey Duration | 5 hrs 40 mins |
| Connection per Day | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway 18 |
| Lowest Price | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway £52.92 |
| Highest Price | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway £189.01 |
| First Departure | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway 05:48 |
| Last Departure | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway 17:30 |
| Distance | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway 243.85 mi |
| Departure | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway Edinburgh |
| Arrival | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway Leicester |
| Carriers | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway |
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Find the best day to travel to Leicester by train
When travelling to Leicester by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway and Northern Rail from Edinburgh to Leicester
Compare services on board when travelling from Edinburgh to Leicester by train.
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Edinburgh to Leicester CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
27.47kg
Bus
29.43kg
Flight
78.49kg
Car
62.79kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Edinburgh to Leicester by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Edinburgh and Leicester are 27.47kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Edinburgh and Leicester? By taking the train between Edinburgh and Leicester you will save 51.02kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.96kg compared to a bus and 35.32kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to Leicester?
A train ticket from Edinburgh to Leicester is £114.99. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £52.92.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Edinburgh to Leicester?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Edinburgh to Leicester is £52.92. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Edinburgh and Leicester by train?
Edinburgh to Leicester is 243.85 mi.
How long does the train between Edinburgh and Leicester take?
Edinburgh to Leicester is on average 5 hrs 40 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 57 mins.
Which companies operate from Edinburgh to Leicester?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Leicester is covered by 6 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry and West Midlands Railway.
How many train connections per day go from Edinburgh to Leicester?
Edinburgh to Leicester has 18 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Edinburgh to Leicester leave?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Leicester departs at 05:48. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Edinburgh to Leicester depart?
The latest train from Edinburgh to Leicester departs at 17:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Edinburgh to Leicester in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £52.92 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh to Leicester by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Edinburgh and Leicester is 4 hrs 57 mins.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Leicester?
Yes, there is a direct train between Edinburgh and Leicester.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edinburgh to Leicester by train?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Leicester creates 27.47kg of CO2 emissions.