How much is the train ticket from Leicester to Luton?

The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Luton start from R 528. The average price for this train route is around R 1 177. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leicester to Luton?

The average train journey time from Leicester to Luton is 1h 12m, covering a distance of 97 km. The quickest train can get you there in 50m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Leicester to Luton route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 12 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Leicester to Luton departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 22:15.

Train Leicester to Luton from R 496

Next train departures

Next departures from Leicester to Luton on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:12	Leicester	1h 13m	10:25	Luton	Cheapest
Train	07:14	Leicester	1h 10m	08:24	Luton	Fastest
Train	07:14	Leicester	1h 10m	08:24	Luton	No tags
Train	07:43	Leicester	1h 11m	08:54	Luton	No tags
Train	07:43	Leicester	1h 11m	08:54	Luton	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Luton on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:13	Leicester	1h 12m	08:25	Luton	Cheapest
Train	16:14	Leicester	1h 11m	17:25	Luton	Fastest
Train	07:13	Leicester	1h 12m	08:25	Luton	No tags
Train	07:43	Leicester	1h 12m	08:55	Luton	No tags
Train	07:43	Leicester	1h 12m	08:55	Luton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:43 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Luton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

98 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 291 - R 1 542	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 528 - R 2 879	Average duration1h 12m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 136 - R 346	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg 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 R 528

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to Luton by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Leicester to Luton?
The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Luton start from R 528. The average price for this train route is around R 1 177. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leicester to Luton?
The average train journey time from Leicester to Luton is 1h 12m, covering a distance of 97 km. The quickest train can get you there in 50m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Leicester to Luton route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leicester to Luton?
The earliest train from Leicester to Luton departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 22:15.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 822

10/12

R 820

Today

R 813

12/12

R 815

13/12

R 589

14/12

No data

15/12

R 595

16/12

R 693

The cheapest trip from Leicester to Luton was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 589

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

You can expect to pay from R 589 to R 2 727 for a train ticket from Leicester to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 589, which is on 2025-12-13.