How much is the train ticket from London to Leicester?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Leicester start from $24. The average price for this train route is around $115. 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 London to Leicester?

The average train ride duration from London to Leicester is 1h 10m, 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 London to Leicester route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 22 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from London to Leicester at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 11:54pm.

Train London to Leicester from $23

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Leicester on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:31pm	St Pancras International	1h 5m	9:36pm	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	9:02pm	St Pancras International	1h 3m	10:05pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	8:31pm	St Pancras International	1h 5m	9:36pm	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:34pm	St Pancras International	1h 11m	9:45pm	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:34pm	St Pancras International	1h 11m	9:45pm	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for London to Leicester on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:35pm	St Pancras International	1h 11m	4:46pm	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	3:02pm	St Pancras International	1h 4m	4:06pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:02am	St Pancras International	1h 6m	8:08am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:02am	St Pancras International	1h 6m	8:08am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:05am	St Pancras International	1h 17m	8:22am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for London to Leicester on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:02am	St Pancras International	1h 4m	8:06am	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	8:02am	St Pancras International	1h 3m	9:05am	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:02am	St Pancras International	1h 4m	8:06am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:05am	St Pancras International	1h 15m	8:20am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:05am	St Pancras International	1h 15m	8:20am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for London to Leicester on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:30am	St Pancras International	1h 22m	10:52am	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	4:02pm	St Pancras International	1h 3m	5:05pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	9:30am	St Pancras International	1h 22m	10:52am	Leicester	No tags
Train	10:05am	St Pancras International	1h 23m	11:28am	Leicester	No tags
Train	10:05am	St Pancras International	1h 23m	11:28am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for London to Leicester on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:05pm	St Pancras International	1h 10m	4:15pm	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	3:02pm	St Pancras International	1h 3m	4:05pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:02am	St Pancras International	1h 6m	8:08am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:02am	St Pancras International	1h 6m	8:08am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:05am	St Pancras International	1h 17m	8:22am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for London to Leicester on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:02pm	St Pancras International	1h 3m	4:05pm	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	3:02pm	St Pancras International	1h 3m	4:05pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:02am	St Pancras International	1h 6m	8:08am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:02am	St Pancras International	1h 6m	8:08am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:05am	St Pancras International	1h 17m	8:22am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for London to Leicester on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:02pm	St Pancras International	1h 3m	4:05pm	Leicester	CheapestFastest
Train	7:02am	St Pancras International	1h 6m	8:08am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:02am	St Pancras International	1h 6m	8:08am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:05am	St Pancras International	1h 17m	8:22am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:05am	St Pancras International	1h 17m	8:22am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for London to Leicester on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:02pm	St Pancras International	1h 3m	4:05pm	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	3:02pm	St Pancras International	1h 3m	4:05pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:02am	St Pancras International	1h 6m	8:08am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:02am	St Pancras International	1h 6m	8:08am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:05am	St Pancras International	1h 17m	8:22am	Leicester	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Leicester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

89 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $71	Average Duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$24 - $223	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $28	Average Duration1h 50m	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 London to Leicester 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 London to Leicester?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Leicester start from $24. The average price for this train route is around $115. 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 London to Leicester?
The average train ride duration from London to Leicester is 1h 10m, 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 London to Leicester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 22 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Leicester?
The earliest train departs from London to Leicester at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 11:54pm.

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

$160

Today

$114

12/12

$53

12/13

$38

12/14

$53

12/15

$53

12/16

$53

The cheapest trip from London to Leicester was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $38

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

You can expect to pay from $38 to $214 for a train ticket from London to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-12-13.