If you must travel, travel safely. For contactless travel, use digital tickets on your phone.

Trains from
Leicester to London

from £13

Buy tickets

Safe contactless travel

Go contactless with digital tickets on your phone, available on most UK routes. Read More

Best price for your journey

Compare and book train and coach tickets for over 200 companies, including UK rail carriers and National Express.

Get your points and discounts

We accept National Railcards, Club Eurostar and all other major cards.

Easy to book and manage

Find, book, change or cancel your tickets in an instant.

Pay with confidence

Buy tickets with PayPal, ApplePay, Visa, Amex and all international credit cards.

Safe contactless travel

Go contactless with digital tickets on your phone, available on most UK routes. Read More

  1. on time
    Leicester
    Platform 3
    on time
    London St Pancras International
    Platform 1
    0 changes
    Super Off Peak
  2. on time
    Leicester
    Platform 3
    on time
    London St Pancras International
    Platform 4
    0 changes
    Super Off Peak
  3. on time
    Leicester
    Platform 3
    on time
    London St Pancras International
    Platform 2
    0 changes
    Super Off Peak
  4. on time
    Leicester
    Platform 3
    on time
    London St Pancras International
    Platform 3
    0 changes
    Super Off Peak
  5. on time
    Leicester
    Platform 3
    on time
    London St Pancras International
    Platform 3
    0 changes
    Super Off Peak
  6. on time
    Leicester
    Platform 3
    on time
    London St Pancras International
    Platform 3
    0 changes
    Super Off Peak
  7. on time
    Leicester
    Platform 3
    on time
    London St Pancras International
    Platform 1
    0 changes
    Super Off Peak
  8. on time
    Leicester
    Platform 3
    on time
    London St Pancras International
    Platform 2 estimated
    0 changes
    Super Off Peak
  9. on time
    Leicester
    Platform 3 estimated
    on time
    London St Pancras International
    Platform 1 estimated
    0 changes
    Super Off Peak
  10. on time
    Leicester
    Platform 3 estimated
    on time
    London St Pancras International
    Platform 2 estimated
    0 changes
    Super Off Peak
Peak and off-peak explained

Journey information from Leicester to London

  • Train Fares from: £13
  • Fastest route:
  • Slowest route:
  • Average journey time:
  • Changes: Direct

Leicester to London train times information

Trains run by East Midlands Railway (formerly East Midlands Trains) depart Leicester for London several times an hour during the day and less frequently at night. The average travel time is just under one and a half hours, and all trains run directly to London with no changes. East Midlands Railway (formerly East Midlands Trains) standard class travellers can enjoy refreshments from the on-board shop or the trolley service. They will find handy tables at their seats, and the carriages are well lit for comfortable reading. First Class service provides extras like more space, quieter coaches, free Wi-Fi access and hot drinks.

*Information correct at time of writing (October 2019). May be subject to change

  • How long does it take to travel from Leicester to London by train?

    The average journey time between Leicester and London is . On an average weekday, there are 104 trains travelling from Leicester to London. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays.

    Avg. Duration

  • What is the fastest journey from Leicester to London by train?

    The fastest journey time by train is .

  • How much does the train from Leicester to London cost?

    Train tickets from Leicester to London can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.

  • Are there direct trains from Leicester to London?

    Yes, it is possible to travel from Leicester to London without having to change trains. Use our journey planner above to get direct train times from Leicester to London.

    Direct

  • What is the distance between Leicester and London?

    The distance between Leicester and London is 88 miles.

    Distance: 88 miles

  • What time is the first train from Leicester to London?

    The first train from Leicester to London departs at .

    What time is the last train from Leicester to London?

    The last train from Leicester to London departs at .

    First train
    Last train
    No sleeper services are available. There may also be fewer services on weekends and public holidays; use the Journey Planner above to search for a specific train on your chosen travel date.

  • If you're like us, you've probably seen the sheer number of ticket types available in the UK and wondered ''Why are there so many?!'' Well, luckily we've put together a handy guide to all the variations of train ticket you may encounter on your travels.

    Our guide to ticket types:
    *Please note that not all types of train tickets are available for every journey. Factors such as the time, date and train company you'll be using can affect the availability of each one.

Leicester to London timetable

Check out the next trains departing from Leicester to London for Monday 1st Jun 2020. For the full train timetable, or to search for a later time or date, click here.

DepartsArrivesDuration
14:3816:111h 33m, direct
15:0816:251h 17m, direct
15:1316:281h 15m, direct
15:2616:411h 15m, direct
15:3817:121h 34m, direct
16:0217:121h 10m, direct
16:1317:251h 12m, direct
16:2617:391h 13m, direct
16:3818:111h 33m, direct
17:0318:141h 11m, direct

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from London to Leicester.

Looking for other travel options? We also sell National Express coach tickets across the UK. Check out times and tickets for Leicester to London by bus.

How to find cheap train tickets from Leicester to London

Did you know that most train companies in the UK increase their prices as the departure date approaches? Our aim is to help you save – we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets, and even tell you when the prices are likely to increase with Price Prediction

1 monthin advance‡
from£13
2 weeksin advance‡
from£13
1 weekin advance‡
from£23.50

Book in advance.

Save up to 61%** when you book in advance. Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket.

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Leicester to London is right for you.

Use your Railcard.

National Railcards offer up to 1/3 off train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide. Save even more on UK train tickets with SplitSave, our latest app feature. Find out more about split tickets.

**Average savings on Advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.
‡Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.

Looking for more ideas?