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Compare train, bus, and flight for Dundee to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dundee to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $138.
Distance: 274 miles (441 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$193 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $131 Average price | $122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration 9h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Dundee to Leicester:
A bus is $103 (€85) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dundee to Leicester costing on average $131 (€108).
A bus is $164 (€135) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dundee to Leicester costing on average $193 (€159).
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 10m.
Bus takes on average 9h 18m.
You'll arrive about 35m sooner (6h 10m by train vs 6h 45m by car). Tickets start at around $193 (€159) compared to roughly $122 (€100) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Dundee to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Dundee to Leicester trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 1:18 PM Dundee | 6h11 | 7:29 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for London North Eastern Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Dundee to Leicester.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dundee to Leicester
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Trains from Dundee to Leicester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $138 (€114) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 17:36. The fastest train covers the 274 miles (441 km) distance in 6h 11m.
Distance 274 miles (441 km) |
Average train duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $138 (€114) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 11m |
First train 5:41 AM |
Last train 5:36 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail from Dundee to Leicester trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Dundee and Leicester from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Dundee to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee 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 Dundee to Leicester
Most Dundee to Leicester trains use the Dundee to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Dundee and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dundee station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Getting to Dundee from Dundee city centre
Dundee train station facilities and services
Dundee has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dundee.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dundee.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dundee. 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 Dundee: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dundee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dundee: 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 Ticket Office, 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: No.
Getting to Broughty Ferry from Dundee city centre
Broughty Ferry is 5 km from Dundee city centre. Public transport options include:
Broughty Ferry train station facilities and services
Broughty Ferry has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Broughty Ferry.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Broughty Ferry: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Broughty Ferry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Broughty Ferry: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Accessible to both platforms - level crossing between platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Leicester station do trains from Dundee 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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