How much does a train ticket from London to Leicester cost?

The average train ticket price from London to Leicester is $118. The best way to find train tickets from London to Leicester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from London to Leicester?

A train trip between London and Leicester is around 1h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 89 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between London and Leicester?

The number of trains from London to Leicester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 23. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from London to Leicester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from London to Leicester?

When taking the train from London to Leicester, you can travel comfortably and safely with East Midlands Railway.

Train London to Leicester from $23

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Leicester on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:00am	St Pancras International	1h 28m	10:28am	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	5:35pm	St Pancras International	1h 11m	6:46pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	9:00am	St Pancras International	1h 28m	10:28am	Leicester	No tags
Train	9:30am	St Pancras International	1h 26m	10:56am	Leicester	No tags
Train	9:30am	St Pancras International	1h 26m	10:56am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for London to Leicester on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:02pm	St Pancras International	1h 4m	4:06pm	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 November 18
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 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 November 19
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 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 November 20
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 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 November 21
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 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 November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:32am	St Pancras International	1h 4m	8:36am	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	7:02am	St Pancras International	1h 4m	8:06am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:05am	St Pancras International	1h 15m	8:20am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for London to Leicester on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:30am	St Pancras International	1h 23m	12:53pm	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	4:32pm	St Pancras International	1h 5m	5:37pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	9:00am	St Pancras International	1h 24m	10:24am	Leicester	No tags
Train	9:00am	St Pancras International	1h 24m	10:24am	Leicester	No tags
Train	9:30am	St Pancras International	1h 23m	10:53am	Leicester	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Leicester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

145bus per day

3h 5mAverage Duration

87 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $71	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$25 - $224	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $35	Average Duration2h	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 $25

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from London to Leicester by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/14

$110

11/15

$110

Today

$110

11/17

$51

11/18

$51

11/19

$51

11/20

$51

11/21

$51

The cheapest trip from London to Leicester was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $51

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 $51 to $207 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 $51 which is on 2025-11-17.