The cheapest and fastest trains from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) 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 station (LEI) will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 2 trains that leave London Luton Airport for Leicester station (LEI) on Mon, Feb 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Feb 16 the direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Mon, Feb 16 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 60 miles (98 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€44 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) trains for tomorrow, Monday, February 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:26 AM London Luton Airport | 1h20 | 11:46 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | ||
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Compare prices and tickets London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
Trains from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 09:00, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 09:00 |
Last train 21:26 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between London Luton Airport and Leicester station (LEI) from $26 (€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 station (LEI)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) 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 station (LEI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
- 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
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