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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN)
Showing times and prices for 09 Jul
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
126 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Leicester for London Stansted Airport (STN) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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.
C2336009:142h27
Leicester station (LEI)11:41Stansted Airport (SSD)
£391One-way
0 changes
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Leicester station (LEI)10:41Stansted Airport (SSD)
£391One-way
0 changes
Y07043+
Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+
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Leicester station (LEI)11:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1071One-way
2 changes
Y07040+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Y8175009:042h23
Leicester station (LEI)11:27Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1461One-way
2 changes
Y07036+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Y8171808:312h26
Leicester station (LEI)10:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1461One-way
2 changes
C2332308:182h23
Leicester station (LEI)10:41Stansted Airport (SSD)
£391One-way
0 changes
Y07040+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Y8175009:042h23
Leicester station (LEI)11:27Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1461One-way
2 changes
Y07036+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Y8171808:312h26
Leicester station (LEI)10:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1461One-way
2 changes
Y07034+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Y8169408:012h26
Leicester station (LEI)10:27Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1651One-way
2 changes
C2336009:142h27
Leicester station (LEI)11:41Stansted Airport (SSD)
£391One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 126 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£43 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) train times
Showing trains for today, Tuesday 8 July
Last updated at 01:35
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y07034+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Y81694 | On time 07:01 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h26 | 09:27 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C23323 | On time 07:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h23 | 09:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y07036+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Y81718 | On time 07:31 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h26 | 09:57 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| Y07040+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Y81750 | On time 08:04 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h23 | 10:27 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C23360 | On time 08:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h27 | 10:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y07043+Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Y81772 | On time 08:30 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h27 | 10:57 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN)
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Trains from Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 20:04 |
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
Train providers: CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains trains Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN)
Find the best trains to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Leicester with Omio's travel partners CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains from £32. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Leicester and London Stansted Airport (STN) you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
CrossCountry from Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) train information:
- Average Duration: 2 h 25 min
- Cheapest Price: £32
- CrossCountry frequency: 8 a day
FAQs: Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) 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 to London Stansted Airport (STN).
Cheap train tickets from Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) is £52; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) is 2 h 24 min to travel the 78 mile long trip, with around there are 8 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 05: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 20: 23.
Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) with CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to London Stansted Airport (STN). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN).
For the best Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with CrossCountry or East Midlands Trains. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Leicester and London Stansted Airport (STN) to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 23.
A trip to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 24 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Leicester to London Stansted Airport (STN) is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Leicester including taking a coach or train.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and London Stansted Airport (STN)
Leicester
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
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Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
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
- 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
- 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 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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