How much does a train ticket cost from Leicester to Lincoln?

The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Lincoln start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leicester to Lincoln?

The average train journey time from Leicester to Lincoln is 1h 46m, covering a distance of 48 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 32m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Leicester to Lincoln route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Leicester to Lincoln departs at 07:18. And the latest train departs at 23:47.

Train Leicester to Lincoln from £16

Next train departures

Next departures from Leicester to Lincoln on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:50	Leicester	1h 37m	11:27	Lincoln	CheapestFastest
Train	07:18	Leicester	2h 9m	09:27	Lincoln	No tags
Train	07:52	Leicester	1h 52m	09:44	Lincoln	No tags
Train	08:48	Leicester	1h 39m	10:27	Lincoln	No tags
Train	10:47	Leicester	1h 40m	12:27	Lincoln	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 09:30 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Lincoln

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lincoln. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage duration

47 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £20	Average duration1h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£12 - £39	Average duration1h 46m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£8 - £8	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg 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 £12

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to Lincoln by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Leicester to Lincoln?
The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Lincoln start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leicester to Lincoln?
The average train journey time from Leicester to Lincoln is 1h 46m, covering a distance of 48 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 32m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Leicester to Lincoln route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leicester to Lincoln?
The earliest train from Leicester to Lincoln departs at 07:18. And the latest train departs at 23:47.

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

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The cheapest trip from Leicester to Lincoln was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £13

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

You can expect to pay from £13 to £37 for a train ticket from Leicester to Lincoln based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-15.