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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI) will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 9 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Leicester station (LEI) on Mon, Aug 24, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 125 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 2 h 24 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.
1:25 PM2h24London Stansted Airport3:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)$231One-way0 transfers- 11:25 AM2h24London Stansted Airport1:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)$231One-way0 transfers
- 7:35 AM3h14London Stansted Airport10:49 AMLeicester station (LEI)$301One-way0 transfers
- 9:25 AM2h24London Stansted Airport11:49 AMLeicester station (LEI)$341One-way0 transfers
- 7:28 AM2h21London Stansted Airport9:49 AMLeicester station (LEI)$351One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 PM2h19London Stansted Airport8:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)$351One-way0 transfers
- 7:28 AM2h21London Stansted Airport9:49 AMLeicester station (LEI)$351One-way0 transfers
- 3:25 PM2h24London Stansted Airport5:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)$351One-way0 transfers
- 9:25 AM2h24London Stansted Airport11:49 AMLeicester station (LEI)$341One-way0 transfers
- 11:25 AM2h24London Stansted Airport1:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)$231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 77 miles (125 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m 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 Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI):
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI) costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Leicester station (LEI) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 32m.
Tickets start at around $31 (€25) compared to roughly $37 (€29) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 2h 26m versus 2h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI) trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C21768+ P66425+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International | Delayed 3:02 PM 2:43 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h22 | 5:05 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+W70977+P66461 | On time 4:11 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h26 | 6:37 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W70980+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+P66473 | Delayed 5:02 PM 4:43 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h22 | 7:05 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+W70885+P66484 | On time 5:11 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h35 | 7:46 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
| 7:28 AM London Stansted Airport | 2h21 | 9:49 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:35 AM London Stansted Airport | 3h14 | 10:49 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:25 AM London Stansted Airport | 2h24 | 11:49 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:25 AM London Stansted Airport | 2h24 | 1:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:25 PM London Stansted Airport | 2h24 | 3:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:11 PM London Stansted Airport | 2h28 | 4:39 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, Cross Country or Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, Cross Country or Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
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Trains from London Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 18:28. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (125 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 77 miles (125 km) |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 5:43 AM |
Last train 6:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Greater Anglia from London Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI) trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Greater Anglia trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Leicester station (LEI) from $13 (€10). 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 Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
Most London Stansted Airport to Leicester station (LEI) trains use the London St Pancras International to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare London Stansted Airport and Leicester station (LEI) 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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