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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Leicester | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Leicester | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Leicester | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Stansted to Leicester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 44 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 value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $30
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Stansted 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 Stansted to Leicester?
The cheapest train tickets from Stansted to Leicester start from $30. The average price for this train route is around $51. 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 Stansted to Leicester?
The average train ride duration from Stansted to Leicester is 2h 24m, covering a distance of 78 miles (126 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 21m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Stansted to Leicester 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 Stansted to Leicester?
The earliest train departs from Stansted to Leicester at 7:21am. And the latest train departs at 5:55pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stansted to Leicester was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stansted to Leicester, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $29 to $105 for a train ticket from Stansted to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-15.
