London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) train with East Midlands Railway

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  • East Midlands RailwayW70877
    12:351h10
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    13:45Leicester station (LEI)
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayW70874
    12:051h12
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    13:17Leicester station (LEI)
    £301One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC21778
    20:351h10
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    21:45Leicester station (LEI)
    £301One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayW70967
    11:021h03
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    12:05Leicester station (LEI)
    £301One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC21652
    11:051h12
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    12:17Leicester station (LEI)
    £301One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and coach for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 140 km

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3h 4m

Average total duration

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Live departures

London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayW70956
On time
9:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h07
10:09 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70858
On time
9:05 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h15
10:20 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70958
On time
9:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
10:36 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70861
On time
9:35 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h11
10:46 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70961
On time
10:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h03
11:05 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21645
On time
10:05 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h12
11:17 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70964
On time
10:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
11:36 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21643
On time
10:35 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h10
11:45 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70967
On time
11:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h03
12:05 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2165211:05 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h12
12:17 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21762
On time
11:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h03
12:35 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21657
On time
11:35 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h10
12:45 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70972
On time
12:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
13:06 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70874
On time
12:05 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h12
13:17 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70975
On time
12:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h03
13:35 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70877
On time
12:35 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h10
13:45 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2165313:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
14:06 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70880
On time
13:05 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h12
14:17 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70981
On time
13:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
14:36 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2165113:35 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h11
14:46 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70984
On time
14:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h03
15:05 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70886
On time
14:05 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h11
15:16 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70987
On time
14:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
15:36 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70889
On time
14:35 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h11
15:46 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21763
On time
15:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h03
16:05 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70892
On time
15:05 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h10
16:15 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70992
On time
15:31 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h05
16:36 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21650
On time
15:35 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h11
16:46 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70996
On time
16:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
17:06 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21776
On time
16:05 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h12
17:17 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70998
On time
16:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h07
17:39 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70922
On time
16:35 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h13
17:48 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21781
On time
17:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h07
18:09 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21647
On time
17:05 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h17
18:22 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW71004
On time
17:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h07
18:39 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21785
On time
17:35 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h12
18:47 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW71013
On time
19:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h08
20:40 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70910
On time
19:35 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h13
20:48 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21761
On time
20:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h07
21:09 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21514
On time
20:05 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h17
21:22 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04182
On time
20:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
21:36 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2177820:35 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h10
21:45 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2177222:32 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h04
23:36 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21765
On time
22:35 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h11
23:46 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04190
On time
23:04 London St Pancras International (STP)
2h24
1:28 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21766
On time
23:35 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h47
1:22 Leicester station (LEI)
0 changesdirect
Wednesday 22 July
East Midlands RailwayC217745:27 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h09
6:36 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW709405:59 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h06
7:05 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW708456:05 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h12
7:17 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW708476:35 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h13
7:48 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW709457:02 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h06
8:08 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW708507:05 London St Pancras International (STP)
1h17
8:22 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI)

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Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 1h 3m.

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 £5
Distance
140 km
Average train duration
1h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 3m
First train
4:27
Last train
22:35
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
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 £5

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Leicester station (LEI) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

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 3m
Cheapest Price
£14
East Midlands Railway 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

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 1m
Cheapest Price
£89
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Price
£45
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 a day

FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) 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 station (LEI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £55.
The train journey from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) covers a distance of 140 km and takes approximately 1h 3m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) is 140 km.
The first train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) leaves at 4:27.
The last train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) departs at 22:35.
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI).
Yes, there is a direct train between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Leicester station (LEI). The service operates 7 times per day, provided by East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains.
To get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI).
The cheapest way to get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Kings Cross to Leicester offers varied scenery, including glimpses of the urban landscape of London, rolling countryside, and small towns, providing a pleasant view for travellers.
Yes, a day trip from London Kings Cross to Leicester is feasible. The journey takes 1h 3m and covers a distance of 140 km. Trains run frequently, with 9 trips per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI).

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Important Stations and Airports in London Kings Cross (KGX) and Leicester station (LEI)

Most London Kings Cross (KGX) to Leicester station (LEI) trains use the London St Pancras International to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare London Kings Cross (KGX) and Leicester station (LEI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Leicester
London Kings CrossEuston Rd, London N1 9AL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre

Bus73, N73 · 27m · £2 · every ~33 min
390 · 29m · £2 · every ~27 min
91, N91 · 29m · £13 · every ~28 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 7m · £2 · every ~91 min

London Kings Cross train station facilities and services

London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.

Most popular trains to and from Leicester station (LEI) and London Kings Cross (KGX)

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