How much is the train ticket from Leicester to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to London start from $24. The average price for this train route is around $116. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leicester to London?

The average train ride duration from Leicester to London is 1h 11m, covering a distance of 87 miles (141 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 3m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators service the Leicester to London route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leicester to London?

The earliest train departs from Leicester to London at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 10:52pm.

Train Leicester to London from $23

Next train departures

Next departures for Leicester to London on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:03pm	Leicester	1h 6m	5:09pm	St Pancras International	Cheapest
Train	3:04pm	Leicester	1h 5m	4:09pm	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Leicester	1h 8m	8:08am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	7:00am	Leicester	1h 8m	8:08am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	7:14am	Leicester	1h 13m	8:27am	St Pancras International	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to London on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:01am	Leicester	1h 8m	8:09am	St Pancras International	Cheapest
Train	7:32am	Leicester	1h 4m	8:36am	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	7:01am	Leicester	1h 8m	8:09am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	7:13am	Leicester	1h 14m	8:27am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	7:13am	Leicester	1h 14m	8:27am	St Pancras International	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to London on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:02pm	Leicester	1h 7m	5:09pm	St Pancras International	Cheapest
Train	3:32pm	Leicester	1h 7m	4:39pm	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	8:31am	Leicester	1h 25m	9:56am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	8:31am	Leicester	1h 25m	9:56am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	8:56am	Leicester	1h 24m	10:20am	St Pancras International	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to London on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:13pm	Leicester	1h 14m	4:27pm	St Pancras International	Cheapest
Train	3:04pm	Leicester	1h 5m	4:09pm	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Leicester	1h 8m	8:08am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	7:00am	Leicester	1h 8m	8:08am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	7:13am	Leicester	1h 14m	8:27am	St Pancras International	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to London on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:04pm	Leicester	1h 5m	4:09pm	St Pancras International	Cheapest
Train	3:04pm	Leicester	1h 5m	4:09pm	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Leicester	1h 8m	8:08am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	7:00am	Leicester	1h 8m	8:08am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	7:13am	Leicester	1h 14m	8:27am	St Pancras International	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to London on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:04pm	Leicester	1h 5m	4:09pm	St Pancras International	CheapestFastest
Train	7:00am	Leicester	1h 8m	8:08am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	7:00am	Leicester	1h 8m	8:08am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	7:13am	Leicester	1h 14m	8:27am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	7:13am	Leicester	1h 14m	8:27am	St Pancras International	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to London on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:04pm	Leicester	1h 5m	4:09pm	St Pancras International	Cheapest
Train	3:04pm	Leicester	1h 5m	4:09pm	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Leicester	1h 8m	8:08am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	7:00am	Leicester	1h 8m	8:08am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	7:13am	Leicester	1h 14m	8:27am	St Pancras International	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Leicester to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach London. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage Duration

89 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $111	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$24 - $223	Average Duration1h 11m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $29	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 6kg 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. Travelers 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 $24

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leicester to London 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 Leicester to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to London start from $24. The average price for this train route is around $116. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leicester to London?
The average train ride duration from Leicester to London is 1h 11m, covering a distance of 87 miles (141 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 3m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators service the Leicester to London route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leicester to London?
The earliest train departs from Leicester to London at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 10:52pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$112

12/10

$112

Today

$114

12/12

$62

12/13

$44

12/14

$44

12/15

$39

12/16

$39

The cheapest trip from Leicester to London was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $39

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

You can expect to pay from $39 to $214 for a train ticket from Leicester to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-12-15.