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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport (LUA)
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £29
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £40
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 1 h 26 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 1 h 26 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 11
- Distance
- 98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport (LUA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport (LUA) will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport (LUA) you need to make at least 2 changes.
W70688 · C04232+
Luton Dart10:12 1h27 Leicester station (LEI) 11:39 London Luton Airport (LUA) £29 1 One-way 2 changes- W70683 · C04224+Luton Dart
9:12 1h27 Leicester station (LEI) 10:39 London Luton Airport (LUA) £33 1 One-way 2 changes - W70697 · C04239+Luton Dart
11:43 1h26 Leicester station (LEI) 13:09 London Luton Airport (LUA) £33 1 One-way 2 changes - W70685 · C04229+Luton Dart
9:43 1h26 Leicester station (LEI) 11:09 London Luton Airport (LUA) £37 1 One-way 2 changes - W70680 · C04222+Luton Dart
8:42 1h27 Leicester station (LEI) 10:09 London Luton Airport (LUA) £37 1 One-way 2 changes
- W70685 · C04229+Luton Dart
9:43 1h26 Leicester station (LEI) 11:09 London Luton Airport (LUA) £37 1 One-way 2 changes - W70691 · C04235+Luton Dart
10:43 1h26 Leicester station (LEI) 12:09 London Luton Airport (LUA) £43 1 One-way 2 changes - C21671 · C04247+Luton Dart
12:43 1h26 Leicester station (LEI) 14:09 London Luton Airport (LUA) £50 1 One-way 2 changes - W70697 · C04239+Luton Dart
11:43 1h26 Leicester station (LEI) 13:09 London Luton Airport (LUA) £33 1 One-way 2 changes - W70683 · C04224+Luton Dart
9:12 1h27 Leicester station (LEI) 10:39 London Luton Airport (LUA) £33 1 One-way 2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport (LUA)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport (LUA) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:43, the last at 08:43. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 51m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 8:43 |
Last train 8:43 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport (LUA) trip
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Live departures
Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport (LUA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport (LUA) trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W70833+Luton Dart | 8:29 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h10 | 9:39 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 change | |
| C21881+Luton Dart | 8:53 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h13 | 10:06 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 change | |
| C21857+Luton Dart | 9:27 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h10 | 10:37 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 change | |
| C21856+Luton Dart | 9:57 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h14 | 11:11 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 change | |
| W70840+Luton Dart | 10:27 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h10 | 11:37 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 change | |
| W70737+Luton Dart | 10:45 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h10 | 11:55 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1 change | |
| C21691 · C04207+Luton Dart | 11:43 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h43 | 13:26 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| C21690 · C04210+Luton Dart | 12:42 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h27 | 14:09 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W70678 · C04217+Luton Dart | 13:43 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h26 | 15:09 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| C21686 · C04223+Luton Dart | 14:43 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h26 | 16:09 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
| W70687 · C04228+Luton Dart | 15:43 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h26 | 17:09 London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2 changes | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Leicester station (LEI) and London Luton Airport (LUA)
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FAQs: Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport (LUA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport (LUA) 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 London Luton Airport (LUA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester station (LEI) and London Luton Airport (LUA)
Most Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport (LUA) trains use the Leicester to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester station (LEI) and London Luton Airport (LUA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Most popular train connections from Leicester station (LEI)
Most popular trains to and from London Luton Airport (LUA) and Leicester station (LEI)
Most popular train connections to London Luton Airport (LUA)
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