4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrow to Leicester
Cheapest price
$100
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrow to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrow to Leicester will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
Of the 1 trains that leave Harrow for Leicester on Thu, May 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 3 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:51 AM3h00Harrow11:51 AMLeicester$1001One-way0 transfers
- 8:51 AM3h00Harrow11:51 AMLeicester$1001One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Harrow to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Harrow to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $50.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$73 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Harrow to Leicester:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harrow to Leicester costing on average $73 (€59).
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 18m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (1h 28m by train vs 1h 59m by car). Tickets start at around $73 (€59) compared to roughly $35 (€28) 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
Harrow to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrow to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:51 AM Harrow | 3h00 | 11:51 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrow to Leicester
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Trains from Harrow to Leicester run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:24, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 4:24 AM |
Last train 10:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Harrow to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Harrow and Leicester from $42 (€34). 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 Harrow to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrow 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 Harrow to Leicester
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
- Type of shops available: Newsagent on Platform 1.
- Car Park: Off Cecil Road
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms. There is level access from the Sandridge Close entrance to platform 1 and ramped access from the Wealdstone entrance to platform 6. Lifts are available to all other platforms, accessible from both entrances.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Daily and Weekly Travelcards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Male, female and unisex accessible in the Sandridge Close ticket hall - no charge.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms on Platforms 6, 4/5, 2/3 and 1.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: outside station by car park in Sandridge Close
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Metro: Bakerloo Line
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk- Type of shops available: Barbers
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station is now step-free to all platforms. Step-free access is via the College Road / Bus Station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Male and female toilets in the ticket hall - no charge.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Lowlands Road Exit
- Metro: Metropolitan Line
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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