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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Luton Airport to Leicester
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Luton Airport to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Luton Airport to Leicester will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 6 trains that leave London Luton Airport for Leicester on Wed, Jul 22, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.
10:28 PM1h30London Luton Airport11:58 PMLeicester$251One-way0 transfers- 12:26 PM1h20London Luton Airport1:46 PMLeicester$301One-way0 transfers
- 10:26 AM1h19London Luton Airport11:45 AMLeicester$561One-way0 transfers
- 9:26 AM1h19London Luton Airport10:45 AMLeicester$571One-way0 transfers
- 5:01 PM1h19London Luton Airport6:20 PMLeicester$791One-way0 transfers
- 10:26 AM1h19London Luton Airport11:45 AMLeicester$561One-way0 transfers
- 9:26 AM1h19London Luton Airport10:45 AMLeicester$571One-way0 transfers
- 5:01 PM1h19London Luton Airport6:20 PMLeicester$791One-way0 transfers
- 3:26 PM1h20London Luton Airport4:46 PMLeicester$841One-way0 transfers
- 12:26 PM1h20London Luton Airport1:46 PMLeicester$301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Luton Airport to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. 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 $27, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 61 miles (99 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$56 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Luton Airport to Leicester:
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Luton Airport to Leicester costing on average $56 (€46).
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 46m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (1h 7m by train vs 1h 35m by car). Tickets start at around $56 (€46) compared to roughly $26 (€22) 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
London Luton Airport to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:26 AM London Luton Airport | 1h19 | 10:45 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:26 AM London Luton Airport | 1h19 | 11:45 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Luton Airport to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Luton Airport to Leicester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:56, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 7:56 AM |
Last train 10:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from London Luton Airport to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between London Luton Airport and Leicester from $25 (€21). 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 London Luton Airport to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton Airport to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Luton Airport to Leicester
Most London Luton Airport to Leicester trains use the London St Pancras International to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare London Luton Airport and Leicester 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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