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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Leicester
Cheapest price on Oct 09
€102
Average ticket price on Oct 09
€156
Fastest journey on Oct 09
4 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Oct 09
4 h 36 m
Trains on Oct 09
16
Distance
392 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Leicester will cost around €156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €102.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Leicester without transferring at least 2 times.
G08180 · L01628+
G009648:00 AM4h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)€1021One-way2 transfers- G80061+G01186+
C2166612:00 PM4h28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:28 PMLeicester station (LEI)€1081One-way2 transfers - C02006+G009699:30 AM5h19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)€1131One-way1 transfer
- G80049 · L01631+G0096910:00 AM4h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)€1131One-way2 transfers
- C01942+G0097310:30 AM5h19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)€1131One-way1 transfer
- G08186+G01184+W707999:00 AM4h28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:28 PMLeicester station (LEI)€1301One-way2 transfers
- G80055+W29935+W7081011:00 AM4h28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:28 PMLeicester station (LEI)€1131One-way2 transfers
- G80061+G01186+C2166612:00 PM4h28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:28 PMLeicester station (LEI)€1081One-way2 transfers
- G08180 · L01628+G009648:00 AM4h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)€1021One-way2 transfers
- G80049 · L01631+G0096910:00 AM4h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)€1131One-way2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Leicester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €48 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 392 km distance in 3h 49m.
Distance 392 km |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Leicester trains for today, Thursday, October 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G08180 · L01628+G00964 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h49 | 12:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W29873+W70796 | 8:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h55 | 1:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C02015+G00966 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h19 | 1:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
C02015+ W84680+W70799 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h58 | 1:28 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
 W33933+G00818 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h18 | 2:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W33933+G00793+ C17806 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h00 | 1:52 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G08186+G01184+W70799 | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h28 | 1:28 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01148+W70802 | 9:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h58 | 2:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Leicester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Leicester
Most Edinburgh to Leicester trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Leicester station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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