How much is the train ticket from Leicester to Stansted?

The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Stansted start from PEN 67. The average price for this train route is around PEN 90. 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 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 .

Which train operators service the Leicester to Stansted route?

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

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.

Train Leicester to Stansted from PEN 65

Next train departures

Next departures for Leicester to Stansted on April 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:13am	Leicester	2h 30m	9:43am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Train	8:18am	Leicester	2h 25m	10:43am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Train	3:12pm	Leicester	2h 40m	5:52pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Stansted on April 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:13am	Leicester	2h 30m	9:43am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Train	8:18am	Leicester	2h 25m	10:43am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Train	3:12pm	Leicester	2h 40m	5:52pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Stansted on April 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:13am	Leicester	2h 30m	9:43am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Train	8:18am	Leicester	2h 25m	10:43am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Train	3:12pm	Leicester	2h 40m	5:52pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Stansted on April 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:13am	Leicester	2h 30m	9:43am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Train	8:18am	Leicester	2h 25m	10:43am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Train	3:12pm	Leicester	2h 40m	5:52pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Stansted on May 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:13am	Leicester	2h 30m	9:43am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Train	8:18am	Leicester	2h 25m	10:43am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Train	3:12pm	Leicester	2h 40m	5:52pm	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday 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 PEN 67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

78 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 97 - PEN 225	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 67 - PEN 396	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.3/547 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.0

Wifi3.5

Based on 47 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 67

GB train companies:RegioJet, CrossCountry, FlixTrain, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

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.

How much is the train ticket from Leicester to Stansted?
The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Stansted start from PEN 67. The average price for this train route is around PEN 90. 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 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.
Which train operators service the Leicester to Stansted route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
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

04/24

PEN 116

04/25

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04/27

PEN 116

04/28

PEN 102

04/29

PEN 88

04/30

PEN 88

05/01

PEN 102

The cheapest trip from Leicester to Stansted was searched and found on Apr 29, 2026 with a price of PEN 88

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 PEN 88 to PEN 116 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 PEN 88 which is on 2026-04-29.