London Luton Airport to Leicester train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Luton Airport to Leicester

Showing times and prices for Dec 06

Cheapest price

$34

Average price

$56

Fastest journey

1 h 20 m

Average duration

1 h 35 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

99 km

Cheap tickets

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 $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave London Luton Airport for Leicester on Sat, Dec 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Dec 06 the direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .

On Sat, Dec 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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 Trains
05:57AM2h03
London Luton Airport
08:00AMLeicester
$341One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
09:56AM1h21
London Luton Airport
11:17AMLeicester
$441One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
08:56AM1h20
London Luton Airport
10:16AMLeicester
$901One-way
0 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 €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €23.

Distance: 61 miles (99 km)

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Bus

€48

Average price

€25

Average price

Cheapest

1h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 9m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 15m

Average total duration

1h 45m

Onboard

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30m

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East Midlands Trains

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National Express

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Direct Options

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Live departures

London Luton Airport to Leicester train times

The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to Leicester trains for today, Friday, December 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 8:50 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
east_midlands_railway8:56 AM London Luton Airport
1h50
10:46 AM Leicester0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway9:26 AM London Luton Airport
1h20
10:46 AM Leicester0 transfersDirect
Saturday, December 6
east_midlands_railway5:57 AM London Luton Airport
2h03
8:00 AM Leicester0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Luton Airport to Leicester

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Trains from London Luton Airport to Leicester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 07:26, the last at 18:26. The fastest train covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 1h 11m.

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 $28 (€22)
Distance
61 miles (99 km)
Average train duration
1h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
$29 (€23)
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
1h 11m
First train
07:26
Last train
18:26
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 $28 (€22)

Train companies: East Midlands Trains from London Luton Airport to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between London Luton Airport and Leicester from $28 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

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 10m
Cheapest Price
$34 (€28)
East Midlands Trains frequency
8 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 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.

FAQs
Yes, a day trip from London Luton Airport to Leicester is feasible. The journey takes 1h 11m and covers 61 miles (99 km). There are 8 train trips per day.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Leicester's main attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre.
The train journey from London Luton Airport to Leicester offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, with rolling hills and fields, but it is not typically described as particularly scenic compared to routes through more dramatic landscapes.
Train ticket prices from London Luton Airport to Leicester can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $29 (€23), while the average price is around $59 (€48).
The distance by train from London Luton Airport to Leicester is 61 miles (99 km).
The cheapest way to get from London Luton Airport to Leicester is by bus, with a cost of around $28 (€22).
The train from London Luton Airport to Leicester takes 1h 11m and runs 8 per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from London Luton Airport to Leicester.
The first train from London Luton Airport to Leicester leaves at 7:26 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from London Luton Airport to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Luton Airport to Leicester.
The last train from London Luton Airport to Leicester leaves at 6:26 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from London Luton Airport to Leicester.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London Luton Airport to Leicester

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Leicester
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
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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