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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Stansted Mountfitchet
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Stansted Mountfitchet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Of the 3 trains that leave Leicester for Stansted Mountfitchet 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 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 50 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.
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Compare train and coach for Leicester to Stansted Mountfitchet
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 122 km
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£88 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Leicester to Stansted Mountfitchet train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Stansted Mountfitchet trains for tomorrow, Monday 29 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:47 Leicester | 2h50 | 07:37 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:31 Leicester | 2h47 | 10:18 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:43 Leicester | 2h35 | 11:18 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Stansted Mountfitchet
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Trains from Leicester to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 122 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 04:47 |
Last train 22:20 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Leicester to Stansted Mountfitchet trainsEast Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Stansted Mountfitchet from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Leicester to Stansted
For those wishing to arrive at Stansted from Leicester, rail travel is a great option. The 100-mile route is covered by both East Midlands Trains and Cross Country Trains. Cross Country offers direct services, while East Midlands trains involve a change at London St Pancras, a short transfer via the London Underground to Totten Hale or South Tottenham station, before onward rail travel to Stansted Airport. Direct services complete the route in as little as two hours 22 minutes, though indirect services are not much longer.
Which train companies travel from Leicester to Stansted?
Services between Leicester and Stansted Airport are offered by Cross Country and East Midlands Trains. East Midlands services are indirect and may involve using London Underground services. Cross Country trains are slightly faster and arrive directly at Stansted. Passengers can expect one direct departure per hour, with indirect options ranging from two to four per hour.
How long is the train from Leicester to Stansted?
The 100-mile route can be completed in as little as two hours 22 minutes. Indirect services offered by East Midlands trains do not extend the journey time by much. The fastest indirect service can be completed in two hours 36 minutes. The journey time does not vary significantly and with numerous departures per hour, travellers are sure to find a time that suits their schedule.
How many trains are there from Leicester to Stansted?
There is a very regular train schedule from Leicester to Stansted to coincide with the frequency of flight departures from the busy London airport. Passengers can expect between two to four departures per hour, one of which is a direct service offered by Cross Country Trains. Trains begin departing from just before 5:00 a.m. and continue regularly throughout the day until approximately 8:30 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Leicester to Stansted?
Departure train station: All trains depart from Leicester Station, located within walking distance of the main city centre attractions, including the High Cross shopping centre. The Victorian train station was refurbished in 2012 and now includes a large array of shops, dining options and retail stores.
Arrival train station: Arriving at Stansted Airport Train Station is one of the quickest ways to reach the airport, located directly under the terminus. Just a two-minute walk from the terminals with lifts and escalators to help passengers handle heavy luggage, the station has three platforms, two dedicated solely to the Stansted Express.
FAQs: Leicester to Stansted Mountfitchet train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Stansted Mountfitchet
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- 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
- 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
- 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 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
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