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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 6 trains that leave London Heathrow Airport for Leicester every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.
9:502h16London Heathrow Airport12:06Leicester£531One-way0 changes- 9:452h20London Heathrow Airport12:05Leicester£581One-way0 changes
- 8:252h11London Heathrow Airport10:36Leicester£601One-way0 changes
- 10:502h16London Heathrow Airport13:06Leicester£661One-way0 changes
- 11:322h03London Heathrow Airport13:35Leicester£1171One-way0 changes
- 11:322h03London Heathrow Airport13:35Leicester£1171One-way0 changes
- 18:022h06London Heathrow Airport20:08Leicester£1191One-way0 changes
- 8:252h11London Heathrow Airport10:36Leicester£601One-way0 changes
- 10:502h16London Heathrow Airport13:06Leicester£661One-way0 changes
- 9:502h16London Heathrow Airport12:06Leicester£531One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Heathrow Airport to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 138 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£78 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Leicester trains for today, Monday 6 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C04182+ W32961+ C37512 | Delayed 19:32 19:15Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2h21 | 21:36 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C04182+C37946+C10037 | Delayed 19:32 19:20Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h16 | 21:36 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C04182+C37946+W32961 | Delayed 19:32 19:25Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h11 | 21:36 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C04184+C10034+C37558 | Delayed 20:02 19:45Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2h20 | 22:05 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C04184+C10034+C37985 | Delayed 20:02 19:50Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h15 | 22:05 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| 8:25 London Heathrow Airport | 2h11 | 10:36 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:45 London Heathrow Airport | 2h20 | 12:05 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:50 London Heathrow Airport | 2h16 | 12:06 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:50 London Heathrow Airport | 2h16 | 13:06 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:32 London Heathrow Airport | 2h03 | 13:35 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:02 London Heathrow Airport | 2h06 | 20:08 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:55, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 138 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 138 km |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 6:55 |
Last train 21:55 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and Leicester from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport and Leicester
Most London Heathrow Airport to Leicester trains use the London St Pancras International to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare London Heathrow Airport and Leicester 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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