How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Leicester?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Leicester start from R 120. The average price for this train route is around R 386. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Leicester?

The average train journey time from Nottingham to Leicester is 44m, covering a distance of 36 km. The quickest train can get you there in 20m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Leicester route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 57 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 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:54.

Train Nottingham to Leicester from R 83

Next train departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Leicester on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:27	Nottingham	42m	08:09	Syston	Cheapest
Train	15:50	Nottingham	20m	16:10	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:12	Nottingham	28m	07:40	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:12	Nottingham	28m	07:40	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:16	Nottingham	44m	08:00	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Leicester on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:26	Nottingham	49m	08:15	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	15:50	Nottingham	21m	16:11	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:12	Nottingham	30m	07:42	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:12	Nottingham	30m	07:42	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:16	Nottingham	46m	08:02	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Leicester on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:06	Nottingham	35m	15:41	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	15:47	Nottingham	24m	16:11	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:40	Nottingham	1h 15m	08:55	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:40	Nottingham	1h 15m	08:55	Leicester	No tags
Train	08:00	Nottingham	1h 25m	09:25	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Leicester on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:18	Beeston	24m	15:42	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	15:50	Nottingham	20m	16:10	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:12	Nottingham	31m	07:43	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:12	Nottingham	31m	07:43	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:17	Nottingham	42m	07:59	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Leicester on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:18	Beeston	24m	15:42	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	15:50	Nottingham	20m	16:10	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:12	Nottingham	31m	07:43	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:12	Nottingham	31m	07:43	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:17	Nottingham	42m	07:59	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Leicester on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:18	Beeston	24m	15:42	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	15:50	Nottingham	20m	16:10	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:12	Nottingham	31m	07:43	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:12	Nottingham	31m	07:43	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:17	Nottingham	42m	07:59	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Leicester on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:12	Nottingham	30m	15:42	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	15:50	Nottingham	20m	16:10	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:12	Nottingham	31m	07:43	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:12	Nottingham	31m	07:43	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:17	Nottingham	42m	07:59	Leicester	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 R 66, 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 priceR 103 - R 465	Average duration55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 120 - R 664	Average duration44m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 66 - R 86	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 R 120

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Leicester 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 Nottingham to Leicester?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Leicester start from R 120. The average price for this train route is around R 386. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Leicester?
The average train journey time from Nottingham to Leicester is 44m, covering a distance of 36 km. The quickest train can get you there in 20m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Leicester route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 57 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 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:54.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 295

11/12

R 373

Today

R 296

13/12

R 110

14/12

R 123

15/12

R 174

16/12

R 174

17/12

R 174

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Leicester was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 110

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 R 110 to R 631 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 R 110, which is on 2025-12-13.