The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Stamford
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Stamford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Stamford will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 5 trains that leave Leicester for Stamford on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 42 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.










Travel Information
Compare train for Leicester to Stamford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Stamford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €6, and a bus costs an average of €23.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€13 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leicester to Stamford train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Stamford trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:12 PM Leicester | 0h41 | 2:53 PM Stamford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:13 PM Leicester | 0h42 | 4:55 PM Stamford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:17 PM Leicester | 0h42 | 5:59 PM Stamford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:16 PM Leicester | 0h42 | 6:58 PM Stamford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:19 PM Leicester | 0h42 | 9:01 PM Stamford | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Leicester to Stamford by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Stamford
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 06:15 |
Last train 22:13 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Leicester to Stamford start from as low as $8 (€6) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $16 (€13) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: CrossCountry from Leicester to Stamford trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Leicester and Stamford from $8 (€6). 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 Stamford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Stamford 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 Stamford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to Stamford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- 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
- 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
- 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 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 12:30 Saturday 06:20 - 12:30 Sunday 11:45 - 18:30 None
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- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. Level access from car park to Peterborough bound platform. Footbridge only to Leicester bound platform (i.e. no step free access). Barrow crossing restricted times therefore Stamford to Leicester passengers to travel via Peterborough and return back. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: White Knight 01733 555584
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Room; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Room; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: outside the station close to the exit
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the station.
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