The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Huntingdon
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Huntingdon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Huntingdon will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester for Huntingdon on Sat, Jul 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 04 the direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Sat, Jul 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.
9:12 AM1h25Leicester10:37 AMHuntingdon$711One-way0 transfers
9:12 AM1h25Leicester10:37 AMHuntingdon$711One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leicester to Huntingdon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Huntingdon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a train costs an average of $70.
Distance: 45 miles (73 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$71 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Huntingdon:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Huntingdon costing on average $71 (€58).
Other travel options to Huntingdon take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 36m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 11m by train vs 1h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $71 (€58) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Leicester to Huntingdon train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Huntingdon trains for today, Friday, July 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00805+ W32885 | On time 8:19 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h49 | 10:08 AM Huntingdon station (HUN) | 1 transfer | |
G00841+ W32869 | On time 9:14 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h23 | 10:37 AM Huntingdon station (HUN) | 1 transfer | |
G00806+ W32872 | On time 10:15 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h22 | 11:37 AM Huntingdon station (HUN) | 1 transfer | |
G00808+ W32882 | On time 11:13 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h24 | 12:37 PM Huntingdon station (HUN) | 1 transfer | |
G00812+ W32914 | On time 12:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h26 | 1:38 PM Huntingdon station (HUN) | 1 transfer | |
G00814+ W32878 | On time 1:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h25 | 2:37 PM Huntingdon station (HUN) | 1 transfer | |
G00818+ W32893 | On time 2:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h25 | 3:37 PM Huntingdon station (HUN) | 1 transfer | |
G00821+ W32877 | On time 3:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h25 | 4:37 PM Huntingdon station (HUN) | 1 transfer | |
G00824+ W32900 | On time 4:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h25 | 5:37 PM Huntingdon station (HUN) | 1 transfer | |
G00826+ W32883 | On time 5:13 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h24 | 6:37 PM Huntingdon station (HUN) | 1 transfer | |
G00830+ W32892 | On time 6:17 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h20 | 7:37 PM Huntingdon station (HUN) | 1 transfer | |
G00833+ W32904 | On time 7:15 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h22 | 8:37 PM Huntingdon station (HUN) | 1 transfer | |
G00837+ W32905 | On time 8:15 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h22 | 9:37 PM Huntingdon station (HUN) | 1 transfer | |
G00839+ C92991 | On time 9:16 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h21 | 10:37 PM Huntingdon station (HUN) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Huntingdon
Trains from Leicester to Huntingdon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:28, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (73 km) distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 45 miles (73 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€57) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 3:28 AM |
Last train 9:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Leicester to Huntingdon trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Huntingdon from $37 (€30). 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 Huntingdon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Huntingdon 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 Huntingdon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to Huntingdon
Most Leicester to Huntingdon trains use the Leicester to Huntingdon station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Huntingdon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Huntingdon 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.
Which Huntingdon station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Huntingdon from Huntingdon city centre
Huntingdon train station facilities and services
Huntingdon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Huntingdon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Huntingdon. ATMs are available at Huntingdon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Huntingdon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Huntingdon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Huntingdon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Huntingdon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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