Leicestershire’s central location in the heart of the Midlands makes it highly accessible by road, rail and air.
Travelling by Air
The closest airports are East Midlands Airport (approximately 20 miles) and Birmingham Airport (approximately 37 miles). The frequent and direct Skylink bus runs from East Midlands Airport to Leicester every 20 minutes during the day and hourly at night: 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Car Hire at East Midlands Airport is also available. Birmingham airport is accessible by train via Birmingham New Street.
Travelling by Road
The M1 passes through Leicestershire, with Junctions 20-24 providing good access to the county (junctions 21 or 22 for Leicester city centre). The M69 and M6 also offer easy access from Birmingham, Wales and the south west.
Travelling by Train
Leicester is on the East Midlands Railway line from London St. Pancras to South Yorkshire. Direct trains from London take 66 minutes. Market Harborough, Loughborough, Melton Mowbray and Hinckley all have railway stations. Look up your train journey on the National Rail website for information on timetables and fares.
Travelling by Coach
National Express offer national coach services to Leicester. London to Leicester takes just under 3 hours. Ashby de la Zouch, Coalville, Kegworth, Market Harborough, Loughborough and East Midlands Airport are also served by National Express. Flixbus also operate in Leicester, offering servivces to London, Manchester, and many more.
Getting around
Choose How You Move have information on how to get around and plan your trip including public transport, park and ride services, cycle and walking routes. For information on bus services throughout the region visit traveline.info or call Traveline on +44 (0)871 200 22 33
More details on getting around Leicester City can be found on this page.