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It takes an average of 7h 35m to travel from Glasgow Central to Leicester by train, over a distance of around 256 miles (413 km). There are normally 63 trains per day travelling from Glasgow Central to Leicester and tickets for this journey start from £33 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:19 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow Central | |
| Arrival station | Leicester | |
| Journey time | From 4h 50m | |
| Distance | 256 miles (413 km) | |
| Frequency | 63 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £33 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Glasgow Central to Leicester in 4 hours 50 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Glasgow Central to Leicester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 35 minutes to travel the 256 miles (413 km) from Glasgow Central to Leicester by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 50 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 63 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo to Leicester. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Glasgow Central to Leicester in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £33.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Leicester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to Leicester?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.