Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport

Showing times and prices for May 22

Cheapest price

$93

Average price

$142

Fastest journey

2 h 6 m

Average duration

2 h 6 m

Trains per day

201

Distance

137 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport without transferring at least 2 times.

  • East Midlands RailwayC21673+ThameslinkC22634+Elizabeth lineC36945
    1:12 PM2h31
    Leicester station (LEI)
    3:43 PMHeathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
    $931One-way
    2 transfers
  • East Midlands RailwayC21673+ThameslinkC22634+Elizabeth lineC37322
    1:12 PM2h24
    Leicester station (LEI)
    3:36 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    $931One-way
    2 transfers
  • East Midlands RailwayW70710+ThameslinkC22606+Elizabeth lineC36965
    1:43 PM2h30
    Leicester station (LEI)
    4:13 PMHeathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
    $931One-way
    2 transfers
  • East Midlands RailwayC21688+ThameslinkC22622+Elizabeth lineC37345
    2:12 PM2h18
    Leicester station (LEI)
    4:30 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
    $931One-way
    2 transfers
  • East Midlands RailwayC21673+ThameslinkC22634+Elizabeth lineC37322
    1:12 PM2h18
    Leicester station (LEI)
    3:30 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
    $931One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $55.

Distance: 85 miles (137 km)

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Train
Most popular
Bus
Driving

$139

Average price

$17

Average price

Cheapest

$56

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 23m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 38m

Average total duration

3h 8m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 7m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

East Midlands Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport is a bus with an average price of $17 (€13).

This is compared to other travel options from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport:

A bus is $122 (€99) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average $139 (€112).

The fastest way to travel from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 53m.

Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester station (LEI) and London Heathrow Airport including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 53m by train vs 2h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $139 (€112) compared to roughly $56 (€45) 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 station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC21667+ThameslinkC09959+Elizabeth lineC369719:04 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
11:28 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21667+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106259:04 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h06
11:10 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21667+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106259:04 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h12
11:16 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70683+ThameslinkC22611+Elizabeth lineC373409:12 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
11:36 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70683+Elizabeth lineC36982+ThameslinkC226119:12 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h31
11:43 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70683+Elizabeth lineC37340+ThameslinkC226119:12 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h18
11:30 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70775+ThameslinkC09999+Elizabeth lineC369919:30 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h28
11:58 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70775+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106319:30 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h16
11:46 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70775+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106319:30 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h10
11:40 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70685+Heathrow ExpressW10634+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington9:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h12
11:55 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70685+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106349:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h18
12:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70685+ThameslinkC22608+Elizabeth lineC370049:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h30
12:13 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21663+ThameslinkC09987+Elizabeth lineC3701310:04 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
12:28 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21663+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1063710:04 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h06
12:10 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21663+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1063710:04 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h12
12:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70688+ThameslinkC22643+Elizabeth lineC3702410:12 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h31
12:43 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70688+ThameslinkC22643+Elizabeth lineC3736310:12 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h18
12:30 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70688+Elizabeth lineC37363+ThameslinkC2264310:12 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
12:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70781+ThameslinkC10083+Elizabeth lineC3703310:32 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h26
12:58 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70781+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1064310:32 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h14
12:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70781+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1064310:32 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h08
12:40 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70691+Heathrow ExpressW10646+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington10:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h18
1:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70691+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1064610:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h12
12:55 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70691+Elizabeth lineC37043+ThameslinkC2264010:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h30
1:13 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70784+ThameslinkC09954+Elizabeth lineC3705111:04 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
1:28 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70784+Heathrow ExpressW10649+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington11:04 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h12
1:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70784+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1064911:04 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h06
1:10 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70694+Elizabeth lineC37382+ThameslinkC2263011:12 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h18
1:30 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70694+ThameslinkC22630+Elizabeth lineC3706211:12 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h31
1:43 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70694+Elizabeth lineC37382+ThameslinkC2263011:12 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
1:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21659+ThameslinkC10084+Elizabeth lineC3707011:32 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h26
1:58 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21659+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1065511:32 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h14
1:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21659+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1065511:32 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h08
1:40 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70697+Heathrow ExpressW10658+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington11:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h12
1:55 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70697+Elizabeth lineC36878+ThameslinkW29044
On time
11:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h30
2:13 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70697+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1065811:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h18
2:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21654+ThameslinkC09972+Elizabeth lineC3688912:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
2:28 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21654+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1066112:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h12
2:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21654+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1066112:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h06
2:10 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70700+ThameslinkW29028+Elizabeth lineC3729612:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h19
2:31 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70700+Elizabeth lineC36903+ThameslinkW2902812:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h31
2:43 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70700+ThameslinkW29028+Elizabeth lineC3729612:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
2:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70793+ThameslinkC09991+Elizabeth lineC3691312:31 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h27
2:58 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70793+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10667
On time
12:31 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h15
2:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70793+Heathrow ExpressW10667+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington12:31 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h09
2:40 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21671+ThameslinkW29031+Elizabeth lineC3692512:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h30
3:13 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21671+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10670
On time
12:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h18
3:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21671+Heathrow ExpressW10670+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington12:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h12
2:55 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70796+ThameslinkC09955+Elizabeth lineC369341:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
3:28 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70796+Heathrow ExpressW10673+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington1:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h12
3:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70796+Heathrow ExpressW10673+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington1:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h06
3:10 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21673+ThameslinkC22634+Elizabeth lineC373221:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
3:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21673+ThameslinkC22634+Elizabeth lineC369451:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h31
3:43 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21673+ThameslinkC22634+Elizabeth lineC373221:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h18
3:30 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70799+ThameslinkC09962+Elizabeth lineC369551:31 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h27
3:58 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70799+Heathrow ExpressW10679+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington1:31 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h15
3:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70799+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10679
On time
1:31 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h09
3:40 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70710+ThameslinkC22606+Elizabeth lineC369651:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h30
4:13 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70710+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10682
On time
1:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h18
4:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70710+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10682
On time
1:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h12
3:55 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70802+ThameslinkC09953+Elizabeth lineC369762:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
4:28 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70802+Heathrow ExpressW10685+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington2:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h06
4:10 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70802+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10685
On time
2:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h12
4:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21688+ThameslinkC22622+Elizabeth lineC369882:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h31
4:43 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21688+ThameslinkC22622+Elizabeth lineC373452:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h18
4:30 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21688+ThameslinkC22622+Elizabeth lineC373452:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
4:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70804+ThameslinkC09980+Elizabeth lineC369962:32 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h26
4:58 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70804+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10691
On time
2:32 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h08
4:40 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70804+Heathrow ExpressW10691+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington2:32 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h14
4:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70715+ThameslinkC22607+Elizabeth lineC370062:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h28
5:11 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70715+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10694
On time
2:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h18
5:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70715+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10694
On time
2:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h12
4:55 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21655+ThameslinkC10092+Elizabeth lineC370193:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
5:28 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21655+Heathrow ExpressW10697+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington3:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h12
5:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21655+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10697
On time
3:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h06
5:10 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70717+ThameslinkC22616+Elizabeth lineC373673:13 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
5:37 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70717+ThameslinkC22616+Elizabeth lineC370283:13 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h31
5:44 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70717+ThameslinkC22616+Elizabeth lineC373673:13 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h18
5:31 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70810+ThameslinkW45486+Elizabeth lineC370403:31 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h28
5:59 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70810+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW107033:31 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h15
5:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70810+Heathrow ExpressW10703+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington3:31 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h09
5:40 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70720+ThameslinkW29045+Elizabeth lineC370533:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h31
6:14 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70720+ThameslinkW29045+Elizabeth lineC373793:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
6:07 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70720+ThameslinkW29045+Elizabeth lineC373793:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h18
6:01 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70812+ThameslinkW45397+Elizabeth lineC370644:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h25
6:29 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70812+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW107094:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h06
6:10 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70812+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW107094:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h12
6:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21692+ThameslinkW32877+Elizabeth lineC368694:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h32
6:44 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21692+ThameslinkW32877+Elizabeth lineC372754:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h25
6:37 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21692+ThameslinkW32877+Elizabeth lineC372754:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h19
6:31 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21666+ThameslinkW45487+Elizabeth lineC368844:30 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h29
6:59 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21666+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW107154:30 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h16
6:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21666+Heathrow ExpressW10715+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington4:30 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h10
6:40 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70816+ThameslinkC10090+Elizabeth lineC369085:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
7:28 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70816+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW107215:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h12
7:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70816+Heathrow ExpressW10721+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington5:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h06
7:10 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70725+ThameslinkC22618+Elizabeth lineC369175:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h29
7:41 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70725+ThameslinkC22618+Elizabeth lineC373065:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h18
7:30 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70725+ThameslinkC22618+Elizabeth lineC373065:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
7:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70818+ThameslinkC09983+Elizabeth lineC369295:30 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h28
7:58 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70818+ThameslinkC09983+Elizabeth lineC369295:30 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h22
7:52 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70818+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW107305:30 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h31
8:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21687+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW107335:44 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h26
8:10 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21687+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW107335:44 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h32
8:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70820+ThameslinkC09948+Elizabeth lineC369516:06 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h22
8:28 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70820+ThameslinkC09948+Elizabeth lineC369516:06 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h16
8:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70820+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW107366:06 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h25
8:31 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21672+ThameslinkC22642+Elizabeth lineC373306:11 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h25
8:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21672+ThameslinkC22642+Elizabeth lineC369626:11 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h32
8:43 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21672+ThameslinkC22642+Elizabeth lineC373306:11 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h19
8:30 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21656+ThameslinkC09967+Elizabeth lineC369746:32 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h26
8:58 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21656+ThameslinkC09967+Elizabeth lineC369746:32 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h20
8:52 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21656+Heathrow ExpressW10742+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington6:32 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h29
9:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21693+ThameslinkC22633+Elizabeth lineC369846:41 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h32
9:13 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
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2h18
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East Midlands RailwayW70733+ThameslinkC09947+Elizabeth lineC373537:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h24
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East Midlands RailwayW70733+ThameslinkC09947+Elizabeth lineC370077:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h31
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East Midlands RailwayW70733+ThameslinkC09947+Elizabeth lineC373537:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)
2h18
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East Midlands RailwayW70826+ThameslinkC09982+Elizabeth lineC370167:30 PM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayW70826+ThameslinkC09982+Elizabeth lineC370167:30 PM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayW70826+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW107547:30 PM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayC21669+ThameslinkC22617+Elizabeth lineC370267:44 PM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayC21669+ThameslinkC22617+Elizabeth lineC373647:44 PM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayC21669+ThameslinkC22617+Elizabeth lineC373647:44 PM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayW70829+ThameslinkC09968+Elizabeth lineC370368:04 PM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayC21674+ThameslinkC22646+Elizabeth lineC373738:13 PM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayW70832+ThameslinkC09957+Elizabeth lineC370558:32 PM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayW70832+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW107668:32 PM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayC03938+ThameslinkC22637+Elizabeth lineC37384
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East Midlands RailwayW70744+ThameslinkX36990+Elizabeth lineC36886
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East Midlands RailwayW70669+ThameslinkC22631+Elizabeth lineC373756:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayW70669+ThameslinkC22631+Elizabeth lineC370466:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayW70669+ThameslinkC22631+Elizabeth lineC373756:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h17
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East Midlands RailwayC21676+ThameslinkW45544+Elizabeth lineC370607:00 AM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayC21676+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106017:00 AM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayC21684+ThameslinkC22635+Elizabeth lineC372807:13 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h17
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East Midlands RailwayC21684+ThameslinkC22635+Elizabeth lineC372807:13 AM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayC21684+ThameslinkC22635+Elizabeth lineC368747:13 AM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayW70763+ThameslinkC09998+Elizabeth lineC368937:31 AM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayW70675+ThameslinkC22612+Elizabeth lineC372997:45 AM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayW70675+ThameslinkC22612+Elizabeth lineC372997:45 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h16
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East Midlands RailwayW70675+ThameslinkC22612+Elizabeth lineC369067:45 AM Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands RailwayC21670+ThameslinkC09950+Elizabeth lineC369238:01 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h27
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2h09
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East Midlands RailwayC21670+Heathrow ExpressW10613+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington8:01 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h15
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East Midlands RailwayW70677+ThameslinkC22604+Elizabeth lineC369378:13 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h28
10:41 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayW70677+ThameslinkC22604+Elizabeth lineC373158:13 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h23
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East Midlands RailwayW70677+ThameslinkC22604+Elizabeth lineC373158:13 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h17
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East Midlands RailwayC21675+ThameslinkC10093+Elizabeth lineC369488:31 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h21
10:52 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21675+ThameslinkC10093+Elizabeth lineC369488:31 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h27
10:58 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21675+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106198:31 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h09
10:40 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21675+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106198:31 AM Leicester station (LEI)
2h15
10:46 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 transfers

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Overview: Train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport

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Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 96 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 15:31. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (137 km) distance in 2h 6m.

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 $11 (€9)
Distance
85 miles (137 km)
Average train duration
1h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
$55 (€45)
Trains per day
96
Fastest train
2h 6m
First train
4:48 AM
Last train
3:31 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
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 $11 (€9)

Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Leicester station (LEI) and London Heathrow Airport from $11 (€9). 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
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
$55 (€45)
East Midlands Railway frequency
108 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

FAQs: Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $55 (€45), while the average price is around $139 (€112).
The train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport takes 2h 6m and runs 96 per day.
The distance by train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport is 85 miles (137 km).
The first train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 4:48 AM.
The last train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 3:31 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport.
There is no direct train service currently available from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $11 (€9).
The train journey from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport is primarily an urban and suburban route, passing through towns and countryside. While not renowned for being particularly scenic, passengers can enjoy views of the English countryside and some historic towns along the way.
A day trip from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 6m, which exceeds the 120-minute limit. However, there are 22 train trips per day available for this route, covering a distance of 85 miles (137 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport.
Since neither Leicester station (LEI) nor London Heathrow Airport are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from London Heathrow Airport include London, Oxford, Cambridge, Bath, Reading.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leicester station (LEI) to London Heathrow Airport

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Amenities at train station
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ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
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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

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