Trains from London to Leicester

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Tomorrow30 Apr
from US$55
Wed1 May
from US$47
Thu2 May
from US$55
Fri3 May
Sat4 May
from US$29
Sun5 May
from US$40
Mon6 May
Tue7 May

Trains leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 30 April at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: St Pancras International
    Arrival time: 30 April at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$55
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: 30 April at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: St Pancras International
    Arrival time: 30 April at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$64
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 30 April at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: St Pancras International
    Arrival time: 30 April at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$80
  • Departure time: 30 April at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: St Pancras International
    Arrival time: 30 April at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$96
  • Departure time: 30 April at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: St Pancras International
    Arrival time: 30 April at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$76
Train London to Leicester: Trip Overview

Train London to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$75
Average train trip duration1h 10m
Number of daily trains15
Earliest train departure07:02
Distance87 miles
Latest train departure23:28
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

London to Leicester Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains15
Earliest and Latest Train Departures07:02 - 23:28
Minimum PriceUS$29
Average Ticket PriceUS$75
Minimum Trip Duration1h2m
Average Train Trip Duration1h10m
Distance87 miles
Train Companies on This RouteEast Midlands Railway
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip London - Leicester

The average train ticket price from London to Leicester is US$75. 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!

A train trip between London and Leicester is around 1h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 2m. This is the time it takes to travel the 89 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from London to Leicester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15. 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.

When taking the train from London to Leicester, you can travel comfortably and safely with East Midlands Railway.

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.

Will you be returning to London by train?

Train from Leicester to London

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