Leicester to London train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to London

Showing times and prices for Nov 26

Cheapest price

€100

Average price

€118

Fastest journey

1 h 6 m

Average duration

1 h 10 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

143 km

Cheap tickets

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 €118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €100.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Leicester for London on Wed, Nov 26, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .

On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 15 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.

East Midlands TrainsY06951
09:12AM1h15
Leicester station (LEI)
10:27AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)
1001One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands TrainsY06948
08:42AM1h24
Leicester station (LEI)
10:06AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)
1001One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands TrainsY07040
09:04AM1h06
Leicester station (LEI)
10:10AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)
1161One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands TrainsY07036
08:31AM1h08
Leicester station (LEI)
09:39AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)
1161One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands TrainsY07034
08:01AM1h08
Leicester station (LEI)
09:09AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)
1381One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Leicester to London

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to London 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 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €25.

Distance: 143 km

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Bus

€73

Average price

€16

Average price

Cheapest

2h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 2m

Average total duration

2h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Leicester to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to London trains for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 8:06 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
east_midlands_railwayY06945
On time
8:13 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h14
9:27 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY07036
On time
8:31 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h08
9:39 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY06948
On time
8:42 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h24
10:06 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY07040
On time
9:04 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h06
10:10 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY06951
On time
9:12 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h15
10:27 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY07043
On time
9:30 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h09
10:39 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, November 26
east_midlands_railwayY07034
On time
8:01 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h08
9:09 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Leicester to London?

The best time to book your train from Leicester to London is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Leicester to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Leicester to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Leicester to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to London

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Trains from Leicester to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 1h 4m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5
Distance
143 km
Average train duration
1h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
€25
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 4m
First train
00:12
Last train
23:46
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to London trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and London from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
€16
East Midlands Trains frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 7m
Cheapest Price
€70
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Price
€50
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Leicester to London can start from as little as €15 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leicester to London is €66; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Leicester to London train travel time is 1 h 3 min   for the 143 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Leicester to London leaves at 00: 12. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Leicester to London leaves at 23: 57.
Yes, there are 8 direct trains a day from Leicester to London with East Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to London. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Leicester to London.
Take the Leicester to London train with East Midlands Trains, Thameslink or east_midlands_trains. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey to London from Leicester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 57.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Leicester, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London St Pancras International, located 2.2 miles (3.6 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to London from Leicester is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 3 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Leicester to London by train is October.
You have options as you can travel to London from Leicester 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leicester to London

Leicester
London
The major train station for departures in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your trip from Leicester to London.
LeicesterWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 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 Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transit options for Leicester
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front

Most popular train connections from Leicester

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