Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£45

Fastest journey

1 h 18 m

Average duration

1 h 23 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

98 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport 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 will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Leicester station (LEI) for London Luton Airport every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.

East Midlands Trains
21:151h18
Leicester station (LEI)
22:33London Luton Airport
£251One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
09:131h26
Leicester station (LEI)
10:39London Luton Airport
£441One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
11:131h26
Leicester station (LEI)
12:39London Luton Airport
£661One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £21.

Distance: 98 km

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Most popular
Coach

£41

Average Price

£24

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 14m

Average total duration

1h 44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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National Express

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Live departures

Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:06
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
east_midlands_railwayY06945 · Y07321+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
08:13 Leicester station (LEI)
1h27
09:40 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayY06948 · Y07324+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
08:42 Leicester station (LEI)
1h27
10:09 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayY06951 · Y07326+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
09:12 Leicester station (LEI)
1h27
10:39 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayY06953 · Y07330+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
09:43 Leicester station (LEI)
1h26
11:09 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayY06956 · Y07332+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
10:13 Leicester station (LEI)
1h26
11:39 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes
east_midlands_railwayY06959 · Y07335+assertis_metroLuton Dart
On time
10:43 Leicester station (LEI)
1h26
12:09 London Luton Airport (LUA)
2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport

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Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Distance
98 km
Average train duration
1h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
1h 9m
First train
07:13
Last train
11:43
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21

Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Leicester station (LEI) and London Luton Airport from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest Price
£25
East Midlands Trains frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

FAQs: Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport train

FAQs: Travel by train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport.
FAQs
Booking trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £41.
The train distance from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport is 98 km.
The cheapest way to get from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport is by coach, costing approximately £21.
The train journey from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport covers a distance of 98 km and takes approximately 1h 9m. Trains run 7 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport.
To get from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The first train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport leaves at 7:13.
The last train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport departs at 11:43.
Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport.
There is no night train service from Leicester station (LEI) to London Luton Airport.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester station (LEI) and London Luton Airport

Leicester
London
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Leicester
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front

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