How to travel from Dublin to Leicester

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Compare for Dublin to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $318 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $318, while a flight costs an average of $318.

Distance: 218 miles (351 km)

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$318

Average price

Cheapest

$40

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 50m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

6h 46m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Aer Lingus

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Compare ways to travel from Dublin to Leicester

Compare the available ways to get from Dublin to Leicester, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Dublin to Leicester is a flight with an average price of $318 (€268).
The fastest way to travel from Dublin to Leicester is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 50m.
Yes, you can take a between Dublin and Leicester.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Dublin to Leicester among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 3h 56m sooner (2h 50m by flight vs 6h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $318 (€268) compared to roughly $40 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Dublin to Leicester

How to get from Dublin to Leicester by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Dublin to Leicester is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Ryanair
    7:10 AM1h05
    Dublin
    8:15 AMLeicester
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Ryanair
    7:10 AM1h05
    Dublin
    8:15 AMLeicester
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Ryanair
    7:10 AM1h05
    Dublin
    8:15 AMLeicester
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Ryanair
    10:50 PM1h05
    Dublin
    11:55 PMLeicester
    $231One-way
    0 transfers
  • Aer Lingus
    5:30 AM1h10
    Dublin
    6:40 AMLeicester
    $571One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Dublin to Leicester

Travel to Leicester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dublin to Leicester.

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You can travel between Dublin and Leicester by .
The cheapest way to travel from Dublin to Leicester is a flight with an average price of $318 (€268).
The fastest way to travel from Dublin to Leicester is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 50m.
The distance from Dublin to Leicester is approximately 218 miles (351 km).
The average frequency per day from Dublin to Leicester is:
  • Around 69 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dublin and Leicester as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dublin to Leicester:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dublin Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dublin to Leicester, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ryanair, Aer Lingus, Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper, Air Baltic, Loganair, Swiss, Eurowings, BA Cityflyer, British Airways, KLM, Qatar Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Leicester by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Dublin to Leicester:
  • 35 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Aer Lingus, BA Cityflyer, British Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Dublin to Leicester often also extend their vacation to go to London, London St Pancras International (STP), Birmingham New Street (BHM), Birmingham, Nottingham. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leicester and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Leicester to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Leicester's main attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre.

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