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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Leicester
Showing times and prices for Jan 19
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
97 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Leicester will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Luton to Leicester without transferring at least once.
C52294 · Y1219709:15AM1h05
Luton station (LUT)10:20AMLeicester station (LEI)
$421One-way
1 transfer
C51865 · Y1220510:40AM1h05
Luton station (LUT)11:45AMLeicester station (LEI)
$421One-way
1 transfer
C52620 · Y1220009:40AM1h06
Luton station (LUT)10:46AMLeicester station (LEI)
$421One-way
1 transfer
C52411 · Y1220210:10AM1h07
Luton station (LUT)11:17AMLeicester station (LEI)
$501One-way
1 transfer
C51871 · Y1219608:41AM1h07
Luton station (LUT)09:48AMLeicester station (LEI)
$601One-way
1 transfer
C52294 · Y1219709:15AM1h05
Luton station (LUT)10:20AMLeicester station (LEI)
$421One-way
1 transfer
C51865 · Y1220510:40AM1h05
Luton station (LUT)11:45AMLeicester station (LEI)
$421One-way
1 transfer
C52633 · Y1219408:14AM1h05
Luton station (LUT)09:19AMLeicester station (LEI)
$701One-way
1 transfer
C52620 · Y1220009:40AM1h06
Luton station (LUT)10:46AMLeicester station (LEI)
$421One-way
1 transfer
C52411 · Y1220210:10AM1h07
Luton station (LUT)11:17AMLeicester station (LEI)
$501One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Luton to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 60 miles (97 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€47 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Luton to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:11 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C52633 · Y12194 | On time 8:14 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h05 | 9:19 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C51871 · Y12196 | On time 8:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h07 | 9:48 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C52294 · Y12197 | On time 9:15 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h05 | 10:20 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C52620 · Y12200 | On time 9:40 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h06 | 10:46 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C52411 · Y12202 | On time 10:10 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h07 | 11:17 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C51865 · Y12205 | On time 10:40 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h05 | 11:45 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Luton to Leicester trains with Omio?
East Midlands Trains as well as Thameslink and east_midlands_trains offer trains services from Luton to Leicester. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Luton to Leicester.
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink and east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Luton to Leicester.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Trains with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Luton to Leicester.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While East Midlands Trains tickets can be bought on East Midlands Trains's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Thameslink and east_midlands_trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from Luton to Leicester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Luton to Leicester.
How far in advance should I book train tickets from Luton to Leicester?
The best time to book your train from Luton to Leicester is 6 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Luton to Leicester route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Luton to Leicester per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Luton to Leicester.
Trains
from $37Buses
from $31Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Leicester
United KingdomUnited KingdomTrain Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Luton to Leicester start from as low as $28 (€23) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $58 (€47) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 7 daily trains from Luton to Leicester with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 57m but the average duration is 1h 16m
Train Operators
- Travel from Luton to Leicester with East Midlands Trains, Thameslink, and east_midlands_trains
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is East Midlands Trains.
- High-speed trains are available.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Luton station (LUT) and arrive in Leicester station (LEI)
- First train typically departs at 04:20 AM and the last at 11:46 PM
Distance 60 miles (97 km) |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 23:46 |
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 $15 (€12)
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 $15 (€12)
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Leicester from $15 (€12). 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
57m
Cheapest Price
$27 (€22)
East Midlands Trains frequency
7 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
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 1m
Cheapest Price
$32 (€26)
Thameslink frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
$59 (€48)
east_midlands_trains frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Trains from Luton to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.
Train ticket prices from Luton to Leicester can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $28 (€23), while the average price is around $58 (€47).
The train from Luton to Leicester takes 57m and runs 7 per day.
The distance by train from Luton to Leicester is 60 miles (97 km).
The first train from Luton to Leicester leaves at 4:20 AM.
The last train from Luton to Leicester leaves at 11:46 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Luton to Leicester.
There is no direct train service currently available from Luton to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Luton to Leicester.
The train station in Luton that goes to Leicester is Luton station (LUT), which connects to Leicester station (LEI).
The cheapest way to get from Luton to Leicester is by bus, with a cost of around $15 (€12).
The train journey from Luton to Leicester primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, with some stretches offering views of the English countryside, but it is not typically considered a notably scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Luton to Leicester is feasible with a travel duration of 57m and a distance of 60 miles (97 km). Trains run 7 times 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.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton to Leicester.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to Leicester
Luton
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Luton is Luton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton for your trip from Luton to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your journey to Leicester from Luton.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
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
- 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
- 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 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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