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Trains from Edinburgh Haymarket (HYM) to Leicester (LEI)

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22

train journeys
per day

244

miles (393 kms)

5hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

00:06 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Haymarket (HYM) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Haymarket and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester is approximately 244 miles (393 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 31 mins.

ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Haymarket and Leicester.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:06
    10 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    11:03
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:14
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:42
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:03
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:02
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:44
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:52
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    14:03
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:49
    5 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    15:02
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:50
    5 hrs 12 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    16:02
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:51
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    16:02
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:52
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    17:03
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:48
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    18:05
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:47
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    19:02
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:51
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    20:02
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:43
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    20:49
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:51
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    21:03
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:43
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    21:49
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:53
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    22:04
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:21
    5 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    22:51
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:49
    10 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    04:41
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:16
    9 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    06:00
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Leicester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Leicester

About Edinburgh Haymarket Station

Station name Edinburgh Haymarket (HYM)
Address Haymarket station, Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH12 5EY
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 21:25
Saturday 06:30 - 21:25
Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Edinburgh Haymarket and Leicester

The travel time between Edinburgh Haymarket and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Haymarket and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Haymarket and Leicester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Edinburgh Haymarket & Leicester. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Haymarket and Leicester.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Edinburgh Haymarket and Leicester, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.