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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
To travel from Leicester station (LEI) to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
G00832 · XC00110019:153h00Leicester station (LEI)22:15Stansted Airport (SSD)£141One-way1 change- G00813 · XC00140013:182h57Leicester station (LEI)16:15Stansted Airport (SSD)£171One-way1 change
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Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale20:592h41Leicester station (LEI)23:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£341One-way2 changes- W70702+P66198+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale18:132h42Leicester station (LEI)20:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£341One-way2 changes
- W70713+P66313+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale20:322h51Leicester station (LEI)23:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£341One-way2 changes
- C21681+P66232+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale19:022h37Leicester station (LEI)21:39Stansted Airport (SSD)£401One-way2 changes
- W70792+P66186+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale18:022h37Leicester station (LEI)20:39Stansted Airport (SSD)£461One-way2 changes
- W70737+P66398+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale10:452h38Leicester station (LEI)13:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£421One-way2 changes
- C21677+P66428+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale12:002h39Leicester station (LEI)14:39Stansted Airport (SSD)£501One-way2 changes
- W70801+P66277+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale19:592h40Leicester station (LEI)22:39Stansted Airport (SSD)£461One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leicester station (LEI) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester station (LEI) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 125 km
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2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester station (LEI) to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester station (LEI) to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C21538+P66475+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale | On time 14:04 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h33 | 16:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| G00817 | On time 14:12 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h28 | 16:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70806+P66480+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale | On time 14:31 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h24 | 16:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| W70716+P66491+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale | On time 14:43 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h40 | 17:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C21539+P66051+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale | On time 15:31 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h24 | 17:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| W70721+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+P66082 | On time 15:43 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h40 | 18:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| W70813+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+P66091 | On time 16:04 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h33 | 18:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| G00823 | On time 16:12 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h31 | 18:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70724+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+P66125 | On time 16:43 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h40 | 19:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C21541+P66137+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale | On time 17:04 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h33 | 19:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| G00827 | On time 17:12 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h28 | 19:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21542+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+P66161 | On time 17:32 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h35 | 20:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| W70728+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+P66173 | On time 17:43 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h40 | 20:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C21543+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+P66185 | On time 18:04 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h33 | 20:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| G00831 | On time 18:12 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h28 | 20:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester station (LEI) to London Stansted Airport
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Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to London Stansted Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 20:15 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Leicester station (LEI) to London Stansted Airport trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester station (LEI) and London Stansted Airport from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leicester station (LEI) to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester station (LEI) to London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester station (LEI) and London Stansted Airport
Most Leicester station (LEI) to London Stansted Airport trains use the Leicester to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester station (LEI) and London Stansted Airport 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.
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