How to get to Leicester from Milan

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Compare train for Milan to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £128 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.1 - 2.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £128, while a flight costs an average of £500.

Distance: 1094 km

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£500

Average Price

£128

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Cheapest

£147

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6h 41m

Average total duration

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4h 41m

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27h 14m

Average total duration

26h 44m

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30m

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15h 20m

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3.3 - 6.6kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.7kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Leicester is a coach with an average price of £128.

This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Leicester:

A coach is £372 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Leicester costing on average £500.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Leicester is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 41m.

Other travel options to Leicester take longer:

Coach takes on average 27h 14m.

Yes, you can take a train between Milan and Leicester.
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 10h 39m sooner (4h 41m by flight vs 15h 20m by car). Tickets start at around £500 compared to roughly £147 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 Milan to Leicester

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    21:5028h20
    Milan
    2:10Leicester
    £761One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    21:5028h20
    Milan
    2:10Leicester
    £761One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    21:5028h20
    Milan
    2:10Leicester
    £761One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBus
    23:1537h20
    Milan
    12:35Leicester
    £1581One-way
    0 changes

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Best day trips from Leicester by train

The most popular day trips by train from Leicester are London, Birmingham, Nottingham, Coventry and Sheffield. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Leicester on Omio.

A view of London

Day trip from Leicester to London by train

Why visit London for the day?

London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.

A view of Birmingham

Day trip from Leicester to Birmingham by train

Why visit Birmingham for the day?

Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.

A view of Nottingham

Day trip from Leicester to Nottingham by train

Why visit Nottingham for the day?

Nottingham is known for the Robin Hood legend, its lace-making past and a lively student atmosphere. The compact city blends Nottingham Castle and the Lace Market with independent shops, music and strong sporting traditions.

A view of Coventry

Day trip from Leicester to Coventry by train

Why visit Coventry for the day?

Coventry blends medieval history with post-war architecture and a strong industrial past. It is best known for its cathedral ruins, modern Coventry Cathedral and links to British car making.

A view of Sheffield

Day trip from Leicester to Sheffield by train

Why visit Sheffield for the day?

Sheffield is known for its steelmaking heritage, modern music culture and easy access to green space. It feels both urban and outdoorsy, with Victorian buildings, independent venues and the Peak District nearby.

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FAQs: Milan 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 Milan to Leicester.

FAQs
You can travel between Milan and Leicester by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Leicester is a coach with an average price of £128.

This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Leicester:

A coach is £372 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Leicester costing on average £500.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Leicester is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 41m.

Other travel options to Leicester take longer:

Coach takes on average 27h 14m.

The Milan to Leicester distance is approximately 1094 km.
The average frequency per day from Milan to Leicester is:
  • Around 181 flights per day.
  • Around 8 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Milan to Leicester:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Malpensa Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arrive in Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan to Leicester, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Leicester by coach.
  • Travel with easyJet, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, BA Cityflyer, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, Vueling, AJet, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, ITA, British Airways, Ryanair, Iberia to go to Leicester by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Milan to Leicester:
  • 19 direct flights per day with easyJet, BA Cityflyer, British Airways, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Milan 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.
To travel from Milan to Leicester, you can take a train.
Two to three days is typically enough to explore Leicester's key attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre, while also enjoying the local culture and dining.

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