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Compare train and bus for Stevenage to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stevenage 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 42m. 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 $41.
Distance: 64 miles (103 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$56 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Stevenage to Leicester:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stevenage to Leicester costing on average $56 (€46).
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 0m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (1h 42m by train vs 2h 2m by car). Tickets start at around $56 (€46) compared to roughly $27 (€23) 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.
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.
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Why should you book Stevenage to Leicester trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Thameslink or London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) to find the best option for your trip from Stevenage to Leicester.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stevenage to Leicester.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Thameslink or London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) to find the best option for your trip from Stevenage to Leicester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Stevenage to Leicester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stevenage to Leicester
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Trains from Stevenage to Leicester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€34) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:10, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (103 km) distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 64 miles (103 km) |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 2:10 AM |
Last train 10:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Stevenage to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Stevenage and Leicester from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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CrossCountry
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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Trains from Stevenage to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stevenage 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 Stevenage to Leicester
Most Stevenage to Leicester trains use the Stevenage to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Stevenage and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stevenage station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Stevenage train station facilities and services
Stevenage has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stevenage.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stevenage. ATMs are available at Stevenage.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stevenage.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stevenage: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stevenage: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stevenage: 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 the 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 Great Northern 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.
Which Leicester station do trains from Stevenage 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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