The cheapest and fastest trains from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price
€88
Average price
€106
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Leicester station (LEI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Leicester station (LEI) will cost around €106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €88.
Of the 5 trains that leave Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) for Leicester station (LEI) on Mon, Mar 30, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 30 the direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
On Mon, Mar 30 the slowest trains will take 2 h 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
06:21AM2h16Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)08:37AMLeicester station (LEI)€881One-way0 transfers
05:51AM2h17Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)08:08AMLeicester station (LEI)€961One-way0 transfers
06:55PM2h15Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)09:10PMLeicester station (LEI)€1081One-way0 transfers
10:25PM3h03Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)01:28AMLeicester station (LEI)€1091One-way0 transfers
09:55PM3h34Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)01:29AMLeicester station (LEI)€1291One-way0 transfers
10:32AM2h03Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)12:35PMLeicester station (LEI)€1301One-way0 transfers
09:32AM2h04Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)11:36AMLeicester station (LEI)€1311One-way0 transfers
06:55PM2h15Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)09:10PMLeicester station (LEI)€1081One-way0 transfers
06:21AM2h16Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)08:37AMLeicester station (LEI)€881One-way0 transfers
05:51AM2h17Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)08:08AMLeicester station (LEI)€961One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €38.
Distance: 137 km
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€110 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Leicester station (LEI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Leicester station (LEI) trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:51 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h17 | 8:08 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:21 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h16 | 8:37 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:32 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h03 | 12:35 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:55 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h15 | 9:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Leicester station (LEI) by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Leicester station (LEI)
Trains from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 22:25 |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Leicester station (LEI) trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) and Leicester station (LEI) from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Leicester station (LEI)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Leicester station (LEI) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leicester station (LEI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Leicester station (LEI)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front

