4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Leicester
Cheapest price
$138
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
5 h 28 m
Average duration
6 h 2 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
412 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Leicester will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $138.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Leicester without transferring at least 2 times.
G80049 · L01631+
G00969+
L878389:00 AM5h49Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)2:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)$1381One-way3 transfers
W33903+
C21300 · W707998:00 AM5h28Glasgow Central (GLC)1:28 PMLeicester station (LEI)$1641One-way2 transfers- C02006+G00969+L878158:15 AM6h34Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)2:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)$1951One-way2 transfers
- C02006+
W84686+L87815+W708048:15 AM6h15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)2:30 PMLeicester station (LEI)$1971One-way3 transfers
- W33903+C21300 · W707998:00 AM5h28Glasgow Central (GLC)1:28 PMLeicester station (LEI)$1641One-way2 transfers
- G80049 · L01631+G00969+L878389:00 AM5h49Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)2:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)$1381One-way3 transfers
- C02006+W84686+L87815+W708048:15 AM6h15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)2:30 PMLeicester station (LEI)$1971One-way3 transfers
- C02006+G00969+L878158:15 AM6h34Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)2:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)$1951One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Glasgow to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 256 miles (412 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$107 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $82 Average price | $153 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Leicester:
A bus is $41 (€34) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Leicester costing on average $82 (€67).
A bus is $67 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Leicester costing on average $107 (€87).
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 27m.
Bus takes on average 9h 30m.
The journey is about 5m faster (5h 27m by train vs 5h 32m by car) and roughly $46 (€38) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($107 (€87) vs $153 (€125)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Glasgow to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Leicester trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33903+C21300 · W70799 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h28 | 1:28 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
W33903+ C17874+G00789 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h50 | 12:50 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| L87815+C02006+G00969 | 8:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h34 | 2:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| L87815+C02006+W84686+W70804 | 8:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h15 | 2:30 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 3 transfers | |
| L87838+G80049 · L01631+G00969 | 9:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h49 | 2:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 3 transfers | |
| L87845+C01942+G00973 | 9:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h34 | 3:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| C01362+C18016+G66638 | 9:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h11 | 2:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| C01362+C21298 · W70810 | 9:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h48 | 3:28 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| L87861+G80055+W29935+W70810 | 9:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h43 | 3:28 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 3 transfers | |
| L87861+G01153+C21666 | 9:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h43 | 4:28 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| L87875+C02029+G00974 | 10:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h34 | 4:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| L87890+G80061+G01186+C21666 | 10:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h43 | 4:28 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 3 transfers | |
| L87890+G80061 · C01918+G00974 | 10:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h04 | 4:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 3 transfers | |
| L87904+C02007+G00977 | 11:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h34 | 5:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W34160+C21296 · W70818 | 11:56 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h33 | 5:29 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| L87930+C02014+G00982 | 12:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h34 | 6:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| L87938+G80073 · L01636+G00982 | 12:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h04 | 6:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 3 transfers | |
| L87938+G80073+G01188+C21656 | 12:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h46 | 6:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 3 transfers | |
| L87945+C02046+G00984 | 1:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h34 | 7:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| C01365+C18025+G66649 | 1:38 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h14 | 6:52 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| C01365+C21161 · W70826 | 1:38 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h51 | 7:29 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| C14763+G80080+G66824+W70826 | 1:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h44 | 7:29 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 3 transfers | |
| C14763+G01166+W70832 | 1:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h46 | 8:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| L87962+C01988+W84720+W70832 | 2:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h16 | 8:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 3 transfers | |
| L87962+C01988+G00988 | 2:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h34 | 8:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| L87969+C02070 · L01640+G00988 | 2:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h04 | 8:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 3 transfers | |
| L87977+C02066+G00990 | 3:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h34 | 9:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| L87985+G80091+G00914+C21546 | 3:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h18 | 10:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 3 transfers | |
| W33999+C21292 · C21546 | 3:57 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h06 | 10:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W33999+C17863+G66655 | 3:57 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h55 | 8:52 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| L87994+C01989+W84734+W70752 | 4:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h36 | 10:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 3 transfers | |
| L87994+C01989+G00994 | 4:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h40 | 10:55 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| L88003+G80097 · C01922+G00994 | 4:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h10 | 10:55 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 3 transfers | |
| W84873+C04382 · W70752 | 5:07 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h44 | 10:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Leicester
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Trains from Glasgow to Leicester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 256 miles (412 km) distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 256 miles (412 km) |
Average train duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 50m |
First train 4:26 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Glasgow to Leicester trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Leicester from $23 (€19). 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 Glasgow to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Leicester
Most Glasgow to Leicester trains use the Glasgow Central to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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 Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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 Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 Information Desk on Concourse, 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 Argyle Street from Glasgow city centre
Argyle Street train station facilities and services
Argyle Street has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Argyle Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Argyle Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Argyle Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Argyle Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Argyle Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Leicester station do trains from Glasgow 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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