Trains tickets from London to Leicester

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Fri25 Apr
Today26 Apr
from US$116
Tomorrow27 Apr
from US$53
Mon28 Apr
from US$63
Tue29 Apr
from US$53
Wed30 Apr
from US$53
Thu1 May
from US$53
Fri2 May
from US$53

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: St Pancras International
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: St Pancras International
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: St Pancras International
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: St Pancras International
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: St Pancras International
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Leicester

Bus
Average priceUS$7 - US$69Average duration3h 15m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$28 - US$230Average duration1h 10m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$10 - US$29Average duration1h 50m
6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from London to Leicester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
1h 50mAverage duration
US$10Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Train London to Leicester: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$119
Average train trip duration1h 10m
Number of daily trains30
Earliest train departure07:02
Distance87 miles
Latest train departure23:54

London to Leicester Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip London - Leicester

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Leicester cost?

    The average train ticket price from London to Leicester is US$119. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to Leicester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from London to Leicester?

    A train trip between London and Leicester is around 1h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 89 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between London and Leicester?

    The number of trains from London to Leicester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 30. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Leicester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
24/04
US$116
25/04
US$116
Today
US$116
27/04
US$53
28/04
US$63
29/04
US$53
30/04
US$53
01/05
US$53
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Leicester was searched and found on 27 Apr 2025 with a price of US$53

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Leicester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$53 to US$218 for a train ticket from London to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$53, which is on 2025-04-27.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between London and Leicester is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Leicester.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Leicester, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between London and Leicester, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from London to Leicester.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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Train from Leicester to London

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