4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price
€47
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to London Luton Airport 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 Luton Airport will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
It's difficult to get from Leicester to London Luton Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
W70683 · C04224+
Luton Dart9:12 AM1h27Leicester station (LEI)10:39 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)€471One-way2 transfers- C21688 · C04254+Luton Dart2:12 PM1h27Leicester station (LEI)3:39 PMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)€471One-way2 transfers
- W70710 · C04253+Luton Dart1:43 PM1h26Leicester station (LEI)3:09 PMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)€471One-way2 transfers
- W70685 · C04229+Luton Dart9:43 AM1h26Leicester station (LEI)11:09 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)€551One-way2 transfers
- W70691 · C04235+Luton Dart10:43 AM1h26Leicester station (LEI)12:09 PMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)€551One-way2 transfers
- W70685 · C04229+Luton Dart9:43 AM1h26Leicester station (LEI)11:09 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)€551One-way2 transfers
- W70691 · C04235+Luton Dart10:43 AM1h26Leicester station (LEI)12:09 PMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)€551One-way2 transfers
- C21671 · C04247+Luton Dart12:43 PM1h26Leicester station (LEI)2:09 PMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)€551One-way2 transfers
- W70715 · C04258+Luton Dart2:43 PM1h26Leicester station (LEI)4:09 PMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)€551One-way2 transfers
- W70710 · C04253+Luton Dart1:43 PM1h26Leicester station (LEI)3:09 PMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)€471One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leicester to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 99 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€43 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester to London Luton Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to London Luton Airport trains for today, Wednesday, July 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W70677 · C04220+Luton Dart | On time 8:13 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h27 | 9:40 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 transfers | |
| W70680 · C04222+Luton Dart | Delayed 7:45 AM 8:42 AMLeicester station (LEI) | 1h27 | 10:09 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 transfers | |
| W70683 · C04224+Luton Dart | On time 9:12 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h27 | 10:39 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 transfers | |
| W70685 · C04229+Luton Dart | On time 9:43 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h26 | 11:09 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 transfers | |
| W70691 · C04235+Luton Dart | On time 10:43 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h26 | 12:09 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 transfers | |
| W70697 · C04239+Luton Dart | On time 11:43 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h26 | 1:09 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to London Luton Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 7:43 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Leicester to London Luton Airport trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Leicester and London Luton Airport from €18. 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 Leicester to London Luton Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to London Luton Airport 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 Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to London Luton Airport
Most Leicester to London Luton Airport trains use the Leicester to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and London Luton Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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