Leicester to Edinburgh Airport train

Fri 18 Sept
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Avanti West Coast
Great Western Railway
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
CrossCountry
2,000+ travel companies
Avanti West Coast
Great Western Railway
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CrossCountry
2,000+ travel companies
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Compare coach for Leicester to Edinburgh Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Edinburgh Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 7h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a coach costs an average of £46.

Distance: 395 km

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£46

Average Price

Cheapest

£77

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

7h 10m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 40m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Leicester to Edinburgh Airport is a coach with an average price of £46.
The fastest way to travel from Leicester to Edinburgh Airport is by coach with an average journey time of 7h 10m.
Yes, you can take a coach between Leicester and Edinburgh Airport.

Compare prices and tickets Leicester to Edinburgh Airport by coach

Compare coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Edinburgh Airport

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Take a train from Leicester to Edinburgh Airport and enjoy the approximately 395 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £46
Distance
395 km
Trains per day
13
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £46

FAQs: Leicester to Edinburgh Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Edinburgh Airport 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 Edinburgh Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Leicester to Edinburgh Airport is 395 km.
Trains from Leicester to Edinburgh Airport run approximately 13 times per day.
To travel from Leicester to Edinburgh Airport, you can take a coach.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Edinburgh Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Edinburgh Airport is by coach, costing approximately £46.
Booking trains from Leicester to Edinburgh Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leicester to Edinburgh Airport offers varied scenery, including stretches of the picturesque English countryside and views of the rolling hills and farmlands as you approach Scotland, providing a pleasant visual experience.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Leicester to Edinburgh Airport.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Edinburgh Airport

Most Leicester to Edinburgh Airport trains use the Leicester to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Edinburgh Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leicester
Arrival train stations in Edinburgh
LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre

BusX7 · 4m · £2 · every ~3 min
16 · 7m · every ~6 min
Hop · 11m · £2 · every ~14 min

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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