Day trip from Coventry to Leicester
Leicester lies 36 km (23 mi) north-east of Coventry, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 36 km (23 mi) apart, Leicester is a realistic day trip from Coventry: about 36 min each way by road.
| Coventry | Leicester | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 345,324 | 368,600 |
| Elevation | 89 m (292 ft) | 65 m (213 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | CV1 | LE1–LE19 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Leicester
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Staying in Leicester
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Common questions
How far is Leicester from Coventry?
36 km (23 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Coventry; by road roughly 44 km (28 mi).
How long does it take to get from Coventry to Leicester by road?
About 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Coventry and Leicester?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.