Train from London to Leicester: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Leicester on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
East Midlands RailwayTrain
St Pancras International
LeicesterCheapest
East Midlands RailwayTrain
St Pancras International
LeicesterFastest
East Midlands RailwayTrain
St Pancras International
LeicesterNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
St Pancras International
LeicesterNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
St Pancras International
LeicesterNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:05 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Leicester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2hAverage Duration
144 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$13 - $103Average Duration3h 25m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$34 - $320Average Duration1h 10m
3kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$14 - $40Average Duration2h
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Leicester by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from London to Leicester?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Leicester start at $34. The average price for this train route is around $151. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train trip from London to Leicester takes 1h 10m and covers 141 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 3m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the London to Leicester route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 21 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Leicester?

    The earliest train from London to Leicester departs at 7:02am. The latest train departs at 11:54pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11-26
$159
11-27
$160
Today
$160
11-29
$55
11-30
$74
12-01
$74
12-02
$74
12-03
$74
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Leicester was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $55

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 $55 to $301 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 $55 which is on 2025-11-29.

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