Trains from London to Leicester from $16.59*

Trains from London to Leicester from $16.59*

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London to Leicester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London to Leicester, starting from $16.59 and averaging $68.58. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 3m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Sep 18
    Wed
    From $18.83
  • Sep 19
    Thu
    From $18.83
  • Sep 20
    Fri
    From $17.21
  • Sep 21
    Sat
    From $16.59
  • Sep 22
    Sun
    From $20.01
  • Sep 23
    Mon
    From $18.83
  • Sep 24
    Tue
    From $18.83
  • 08:32
    London St Pancras International
    09:39
    Leicester
    1h 7m, Direct
    East Midlands Railway
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  • 08:35
    London St Pancras International
    09:48
    Leicester
    1h 13m, Direct
    East Midlands Railway
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  • 09:02
    London St Pancras International
    10:09
    Leicester
    1h 7m, Direct
    East Midlands Railway
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  • 09:05
    London St Pancras International
    10:20
    Leicester
    1h 15m, Direct
    East Midlands Railway
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  • 09:32
    London St Pancras International
    10:36
    Leicester
    1h 4m, Direct
    East Midlands Railway
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  • 09:35
    London St Pancras International
    10:46
    Paris
    1h 11m, Direct
    East Midlands Railway
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London to Leicester Train Route Details

The London to Leicester train ticket is from $16.59. The average travel time is 1h 3m, covering a distance of approximately 143 mile. There are usually 72 daily trains provided by East Midlands Railway,CrossCountry,Thameslink. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:27
Last train
Last train
23:54
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 3m
Distance
Distance
143 mile
Price
Price
$16.59*
Train operators
Train operators
East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink

London to Leicester Train Travel Guide

London to Leicester Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Leicester

Every day, up to 72 train depart from London and arrive in Leicester, with the shortest journey taking 1h 3m minutes.

Book cheap train tickets from London to Leicester

Finding cheap train tickets from London to Leicester doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for an affordable price per year, you can unlock incredible savings of up to 33.4% on every ticket for your travels in London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you'll be able to enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super-Off Peak train tickets. It's a fantastic opportunity to make your journeys more affordable and convenient.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards available to cater to different groups of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Traveling during off-peak hours

The important thing to note about Off-Peak train tickets is the designated off-peak time. In large cities and towns, the off-peak time for train travel from London to Leicester usually starts at 9:30 am from Monday to Friday, while in other areas it starts at 9:00 am. By planning your journey during these off-peak hours, you can take advantage of cheaper and more comfortable train fares, ensuring a smoother travel experience and avoiding the crowded peak hours.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.