4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Leicester
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Leicester will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 10 trains that leave Nottingham for Leicester on Fri, Jul 24, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest trains will take 30 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.
9:12 AM0h30Nottingham9:42 AMLeicester$71One-way0 transfers- 8:12 AM0h26Nottingham8:38 AMLeicester$101One-way0 transfers
- 8:07 PM0h50Nottingham8:57 PMLeicester$121One-way0 transfers
- 1:50 PM0h21Nottingham2:11 PMLeicester$181One-way0 transfers
- 7:17 PM0h46Nottingham8:03 PMLeicester$181One-way0 transfers
- 1:50 PM0h21Nottingham2:11 PMLeicester$181One-way0 transfers
- 8:12 AM0h26Nottingham8:38 AMLeicester$101One-way0 transfers
- 3:12 PM0h30Nottingham3:42 PMLeicester$181One-way0 transfers
- 12:12 PM0h30Nottingham12:42 PMLeicester$181One-way0 transfers
- 9:12 AM0h30Nottingham9:42 AMLeicester$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $3.
Distance: 21 miles (35 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Leicester:
A bus is $6 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Leicester costing on average $12 (€12).
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 59m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (39m by train vs 52m by car). Tickets start at around $12 (€12) compared to roughly $8 (€8) 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.
Direct services run with East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains.
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
Nottingham to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Leicester trains for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W70697 | On time 11:12 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h30 | 11:42 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21603 · C21654 | On time 11:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h46 | 12:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C21170 | On time 11:33 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h50 | 12:23 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70700 | On time 11:50 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h20 | 12:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21671 | On time 12:12 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h30 | 12:42 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21174 | On time 12:33 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h50 | 1:23 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21673 | On time 12:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h20 | 1:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70710 | On time 1:12 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h30 | 1:42 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21176 | On time 1:33 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h50 | 2:23 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21688 | On time 1:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h21 | 2:11 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70715 | On time 2:12 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h30 | 2:42 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21799 · C21655 | On time 2:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h46 | 3:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C21175 | On time 2:33 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h50 | 3:23 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70747 | On time 4:12 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h32 | 4:44 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21610 · W70816 | On time 4:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h46 | 5:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C21180 | On time 4:33 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h50 | 5:23 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21687 | On time 5:12 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h31 | 5:43 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21177 | On time 5:33 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h50 | 6:23 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21672 | On time 5:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h20 | 6:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21693 | On time 6:10 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h30 | 6:40 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21825 · W70825 | On time 6:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h46 | 7:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C21178 | On time 6:34 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h49 | 7:23 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 24 | |||||
| 8:12 AM Nottingham | 0h26 | 8:38 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:17 AM Nottingham | 0h46 | 9:03 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:12 AM Nottingham | 0h30 | 9:42 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to Leicester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (35 km) distance in 21m.
Distance 21 miles (35 km) |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Leicester from $3 (€3). 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 Nottingham to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Leicester
Most Nottingham to Leicester trains use the Nottingham to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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.
Which Leicester station do trains from Nottingham arrive at?
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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