Leicester to London train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to London

Showing times and prices for 14 Aug

Cheapest price

22₫

Average price

61₫

Fastest journey

1 h 3 m

Average duration

1 h 3 m

Trains per day

59

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 travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leicester to London will cost around 61₫ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 22₫.

Fast trains

Of the 59 trains that leave Leicester for London every day 59 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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 RailwayC21688
    2:12 PM1h14
    Leicester station (LEI)
    3:26 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)
    22 1One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayW70802
    2:04 PM1h05
    Leicester station (LEI)
    3:09 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)
    25 1One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayW70710
    1:43 PM1h12
    Leicester station (LEI)
    2:55 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)
    25 1One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC21693
    6:41 PM1h14
    Leicester station (LEI)
    7:55 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)
    25 1One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayW70715
    2:43 PM1h11
    Leicester station (LEI)
    3:54 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)
    30 1One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leicester to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 6₫. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. 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 coach costs an average of 6₫, and a train costs an average of 18₫.

Distance: 143 km

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Coach

64₫

Average Price

15₫

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Cheapest

2h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 45m

Average total duration

2h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

East Midlands Railway

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Live departures

Leicester to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to London trains for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC21666
Delayed
3:35 PM 4:30 PMLeicester station (LEI)
1h09
5:39 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70747
On time
4:45 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h21
6:06 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW708165:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h06
6:10 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW708185:30 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h11
6:41 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21687
Delayed
4:51 PM 5:44 PMLeicester station (LEI)
1h21
7:05 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21672
On time
6:11 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h15
7:26 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC216566:32 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h06
7:38 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC216936:41 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h14
7:55 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70825
On time
7:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h03
8:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW707337:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h15
8:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70826
On time
7:30 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h06
8:36 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21669
On time
7:44 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h10
8:54 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70829
On time
8:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h04
9:08 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21674
On time
8:13 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h14
9:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70832
On time
8:32 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h06
9:38 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC03938
On time
8:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h13
9:56 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70834
On time
9:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h03
10:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70744
On time
9:23 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h16
10:39 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21546
On time
10:05 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h11
11:16 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70748
On time
10:14 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h39
11:53 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70752
On time
10:52 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h31
12:23 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
Friday, 14 August
East Midlands RailwayW707536:02 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h05
7:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC216896:10 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h25
7:35 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW707566:30 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h09
7:39 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW706696:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h14
7:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC216767:00 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h08
8:08 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC216847:13 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h14
8:27 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW707637:31 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h07
8:38 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW706757:45 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h12
8:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC216708:01 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h08
9:09 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW706778:13 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h14
9:27 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC216758:31 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h08
9:39 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW706808:42 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h24
10:06 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC216679:04 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h05
10:09 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW706839:12 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h15
10:27 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW707759:30 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h09
10:39 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW706859:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h12
10:55 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2166310:04 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h05
11:09 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW7078110:32 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h04
11:36 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW7069110:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h12
11:55 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW7078411:04 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h05
12:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2165911:32 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h07
12:39 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW7069711:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
1h12
12:55 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2165412:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h03
1:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW7070012:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h15
1:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW7079312:31 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h08
1:39 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2167112:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h11
1:54 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC216731:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h15
2:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW707991:31 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h08
2:39 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW707101:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h12
2:55 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW708022:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h05
3:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC216882:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h14
3:26 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW708042:32 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h07
3:39 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW707152:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h11
3:54 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC216553:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h05
4:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW707173:13 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h14
4:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW707203:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h13
4:56 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW708124:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h05
5:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC216924:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
1h16
5:28 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Leicester to London trains with Omio?

East Midlands Railway as well as Thameslink or east_midlands_trains offer trains services from Leicester to London.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leicester to London.

Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to London.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leicester to London.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to London.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to London.

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 9 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 18₫ but you can travel from only 6₫ by coach.

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.

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
Coach from 6₫
Distance
143 km
Average train duration
2h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
18₫
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
Sun
Best time to book
28 days
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
Coach from 6₫

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to London trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and London from 6₫. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

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 3m
Cheapest Price
18₫
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
2h 36m
Cheapest Price
68₫
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 4m
Cheapest Price
50₫
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Leicester to London train

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 18₫ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leicester to London is 64₫; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Leicester to London is 1h 3m to travel the 143 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Leicester to London leaves at 12:12 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Leicester to London leaves at 11:57 pm.
Yes, there are 9 direct trains a day from Leicester to London with East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Leicester to London. You can choose between East Midlands Railway. East Midlands Railway trains take around 1h 3m
When taking a train from Leicester to London, you can count on East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Leicester and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to London from Leicester is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 3m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Leicester to London is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and London including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and 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.

Departure train stations in Leicester
Arrival train stations in London

Which Leicester station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Leicester to London leave from Leicester. The station is 1 km from Leicester city centre at Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB.
LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre

BusX7 · 4m · 2₫ · every ~3 min
16 · 7m · every ~6 min
Hop · 11m · 2₫ · every ~14 min

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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