How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Leicester?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Leicester start at $10. The average price for this train route is around $32. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Nottingham to Leicester?

The average train trip from Nottingham to Leicester takes 44m and covers 36 km. The quickest train gets you there in 20m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Leicester route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 56 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Leicester?

The earliest train from Nottingham to Leicester departs at 7:03am. The latest train departs at 11:45pm.

Train Nottingham to Leicester from $9

Next train departures

Next departures for Nottingham to Leicester on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:24am	Nottingham	43m	9:07am	Syston	Cheapest
Train	3:50pm	Nottingham	20m	4:10pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:12am	Nottingham	28m	7:40am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:12am	Nottingham	28m	7:40am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:16am	Nottingham	44m	8:00am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Leicester on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:24am	Nottingham	43m	9:07am	Syston	Cheapest
Train	3:50pm	Nottingham	20m	4:10pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:12am	Nottingham	28m	7:40am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:12am	Nottingham	28m	7:40am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:16am	Nottingham	44m	8:00am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Leicester on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:28pm	Nottingham	49m	4:17pm	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	3:50pm	Nottingham	20m	4:10pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:12am	Nottingham	28m	7:40am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:12am	Nottingham	28m	7:40am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:16am	Nottingham	44m	8:00am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Leicester on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:12pm	Nottingham	30m	3:42pm	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	3:50pm	Nottingham	21m	4:11pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:12am	Nottingham	30m	7:42am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:12am	Nottingham	30m	7:42am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:16am	Nottingham	46m	8:02am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Leicester on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:25am	Nottingham	31m	9:56am	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Beeston	25m	8:52am	Leicester	Fastest
Train	8:21am	Nottingham	31m	8:52am	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:21am	Nottingham	31m	8:52am	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:35am	Nottingham	51m	9:26am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Leicester on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:24am	Nottingham	43m	9:07am	Syston	Cheapest
Train	3:50pm	Nottingham	20m	4:10pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:12am	Nottingham	28m	7:40am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:12am	Nottingham	28m	7:40am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:16am	Nottingham	44m	8:00am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Leicester on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:11pm	Nottingham	31m	4:42pm	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	3:50pm	Nottingham	20m	4:10pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:12am	Nottingham	28m	7:40am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:12am	Nottingham	28m	7:40am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:16am	Nottingham	44m	8:00am	Leicester	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:43 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Nottingham 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 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

40mAverage Duration

36 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $29	Average Duration55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $55	Average Duration44m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $8	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $10

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham 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.

How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Leicester?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Leicester start at $10. The average price for this train route is around $32. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Nottingham to Leicester?
The average train trip from Nottingham to Leicester takes 44m and covers 36 km. The quickest train gets you there in 20m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Leicester route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 56 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Leicester?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Leicester departs at 7:03am. The latest train departs at 11:45pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-30

$31

12-01

$25

Today

$25

12-03

$13

12-04

$13

12-05

$15

12-06

$9

12-07

$10

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Leicester was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $9

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

You can expect to pay from $9 to $52 for a train ticket from Nottingham to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-12-06.