Train from Leicester to Stansted: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Leicester to Stansted on April 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Leicester
Stansted London Airport (STN)Cheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Leicester
Stansted London Airport (STN)Fastest
CrossCountryTrain
Leicester
Stansted London Airport (STN)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:50 PM BST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Leicester to Stansted

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 865, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
2h 30mAverage Duration
78 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average PriceTRY 1,258 - TRY 2,924Average Duration2h 25m
3kg CO₂e
Average PriceTRY 865 - TRY 5,146Average Duration2h 30m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leicester to Stansted by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Leicester to Stansted?

    The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Stansted start from TRY 865. The average price for this train route is around TRY 1,168. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Leicester to Stansted?

    The average train ride duration from Leicester to Stansted is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 78 miles (126 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 22m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators service the Leicester to Stansted route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leicester to Stansted?

    The earliest train departs from Leicester to Stansted at 7:13am. And the latest train departs at 8:12pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/23
TRY 1,524
04/24
TRY 1,506
Today
No data
04/26
No data
04/27
TRY 1,505
04/28
TRY 1,312
04/29
TRY 1,142
04/30
TRY 1,142
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leicester to Stansted was searched and found on Apr 29, 2026 with a price of TRY 1,142

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

You can expect to pay from TRY 1,142 to TRY 1,524 for a train ticket from Leicester to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 1,142 which is on 2026-04-29.

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