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It takes an average of 1h 22m to travel from Leicester to London St Pancras International by train, over a distance of around 87 miles (140 km). There are normally 144 trains per day travelling from Leicester to London St Pancras International and tickets for this journey start from £15.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:47 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:52 | |
| Departure station | Leicester | |
| Arrival station | London St Pancras International | |
| Journey time | From 1h 3m | |
| Distance | 87 miles (140 km) | |
| Frequency | 144 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £15.90 | |
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How to travel from Leicester to London St Pancras International by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Leicester to London St Pancras International? Look no further.
You'll usually find 144 trains per day running between Leicester and London St Pancras International, which usually take 1 hour 22 minutes to complete the 87 miles (140 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 3 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. East Midlands Railway trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to London St Pancras International.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Leicester to London St Pancras International start from £15.90 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to London St Pancras International? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Leicester to London St Pancras International?
Want to know more about your journey from Leicester to London St Pancras International? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Leicester to London St Pancras International?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.