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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to London
Cheapest price on Oct 11
€30
Average ticket price on Oct 11
€54
Fastest journey on Oct 11
1 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Oct 11
1 h 7 m
Trains on Oct 11
35
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to London will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
On Sun, Oct 11, we found 35 trains from Leicester to London, including 35 direct services.
On Sun, Oct 11 the direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Sun, Oct 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.
C216862:43 PM1h13Leicester station (LEI)3:56 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€301One-way0 transfers- W707773:32 PM1h07Leicester station (LEI)4:39 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€301One-way0 transfers
- W707804:02 PM1h07Leicester station (LEI)5:09 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€301One-way0 transfers
- W707742:59 PM1h10Leicester station (LEI)4:09 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€301One-way0 transfers
- W707834:32 PM1h07Leicester station (LEI)5:39 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€361One-way0 transfers
- C216612:32 PM1h07Leicester station (LEI)3:39 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€631One-way0 transfers
- W707773:32 PM1h07Leicester station (LEI)4:39 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€301One-way0 transfers
- W707834:32 PM1h07Leicester station (LEI)5:39 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€361One-way0 transfers
- W707804:02 PM1h07Leicester station (LEI)5:09 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€301One-way0 transfers
- W707895:32 PM1h07Leicester station (LEI)6:39 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€541One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Leicester to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to London trains for today, Saturday, October 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C21521 | On time 6:43 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h12 | 7:55 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21532 | 7:01 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h08 | 8:09 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21683 | On time 7:13 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h14 | 8:27 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70764 | On time 7:31 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h05 | 8:36 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21533 | 8:03 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h04 | 9:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70679 | On time 8:12 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h15 | 9:27 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21534 | On time 8:30 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h06 | 9:36 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21523 | On time 8:43 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h12 | 9:55 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70773 | On time 9:04 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h03 | 10:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21524 | On time 9:12 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h15 | 10:27 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70776 | On time 9:31 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h08 | 10:39 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70686 | On time 9:43 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h12 | 10:55 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70779 | On time 10:04 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h05 | 11:09 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70689 | On time 10:12 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h15 | 11:27 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21535 | On time 10:30 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h09 | 11:39 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70692 | On time 10:43 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h12 | 11:55 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70785 | On time 11:04 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h05 | 12:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21525 | On time 11:12 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h15 | 12:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70788 | On time 11:30 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h09 | 12:39 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21526 | On time 11:43 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h12 | 12:55 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70791 | On time 12:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h05 | 1:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70794 | On time 12:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h05 | 1:36 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70704 | On time 12:43 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h12 | 1:55 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21536 | On time 1:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h04 | 2:08 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C24359 | On time 1:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h15 | 2:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21537 | 1:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h05 | 2:36 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21528 | On time 1:43 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h12 | 2:55 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21538 | On time 2:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h04 | 3:08 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70714 | On time 2:13 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h14 | 3:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70806 | On time 2:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h05 | 3:36 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70716 | On time 2:43 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h12 | 3:55 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70808 | On time 3:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h05 | 4:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70718 | On time 3:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h15 | 4:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21539 | On time 3:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h05 | 4:36 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70721 | On time 3:43 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h12 | 4:55 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70813 | On time 4:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h05 | 5:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21529 | On time 4:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h15 | 5:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21541 | On time 5:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h05 | 6:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70726 | On time 5:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h15 | 6:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70728 | On time 5:43 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h12 | 6:55 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21543 | On time 6:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h05 | 7:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21530 | 6:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h15 | 7:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21544 | On time 6:32 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h04 | 7:36 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21545 | On time 7:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h03 | 8:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70734 | 7:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h15 | 8:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70827 | On time 7:32 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h07 | 8:39 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70736 | On time 7:43 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h12 | 8:55 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70828 | On time 8:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h05 | 9:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70740 | On time 8:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h15 | 9:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21547 | On time 8:32 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h06 | 9:38 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21531 | 8:43 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h12 | 9:55 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70835 | On time 9:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h03 | 10:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70746 | On time 9:14 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h15 | 10:29 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Leicester to London
Multicultural Leicester is the largest city in the East Midlands, an ancient Roman settlement that became an important center of the textile industry. It has good rail links with the capital via the Midland Main Line. Business and leisure travelers can take frequent direct trains from Leicester to London St Pancras seven days a week. Journey times to the capital average around one hour and 20 minutes, with departures from early morning to late evening.
Which train companies travel from Leicester to London?
East Midlands Trains, the main rail operator in the region, provides all direct trains from Leicester to London St Pancras. Some additional indirect services involve taking Cross Country Trains departures from Leicester and changing to West Midlands Trains services at Nuneaton for onward travel to London Euston.
How long is the train from Leicester to London?
The fastest rail service on the 93 mile route south from Leicester to London is an East Midlands Trains direct service taking one hour and five minutes to reach London St Pancras. Most direct trains on this route take 15-20 minutes longer to reach the capital. Indirect connections to London Euston via Nuneaton take two hours and 18 minutes to complete the trip.
How many trains are there from Leicester to London?
The East Midlands Trains timetable offers trains from Leicester to London St Pancras roughly every 15 minutes. The first train leaves Leicester around 5:00 a.m. and the final service departs just before 10:00 p.m. There are two to three daily additional indirect services from Leicester to London Euston. Sunday schedules begin a little later, with direct trains every half hour.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Leicester to London?
Departure train station: Leicester Station is on the eastern side of the city center, with city bus routes stopping at the station entrance. Passenger facilities at the station include a sandwich shop, book store, coffee shop, vending machines, ATMs, free WiFi and taxi stands.
Arrival train station: London St Pancras Station is on the north side of central London with Underground connections on six lines and bus routes stopping on Euston Road. Euston Station is ten minutes walk to the west, with its own bus interchange and Underground links on three lines. Both stations have cafes, news vendors, food stores, and bars.
FAQs: Trains from Leicester to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to London
Most Leicester to London trains use the Leicester to London St Pancras International station pair, with some services arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Leicester and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to London leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: 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.
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: 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.
Getting to Heathrow Terminal 5 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminal 5 is 25 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminal 5 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminal 5.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminal 5: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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