London Luton Airport to Leicester train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Luton Airport to Leicester

Showing times and prices for 26 Apr

Cheapest price

£30

Average price

£33

Fastest journey

1 h 7 m

Average duration

1 h 10 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

99 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Luton 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 Luton Airport to Leicester will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.

Fast trains

To travel from London Luton Airport to Leicester you need to make at least one change.

  • MetroLuton Dart+East Midlands RailwayC51682
    10:291h16
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    11:45Leicester station (LEI)
    £301One-way
    1 change
  • MetroLuton Dart+East Midlands RailwayC52256
    11:431h10
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    12:53Leicester station (LEI)
    £301One-way
    1 change
  • MetroLuton Dart+East Midlands RailwayC52141
    9:431h09
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    10:52Leicester station (LEI)
    £301One-way
    1 change
  • MetroLuton Dart+East Midlands RailwayY12248
    10:581h07
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    12:05Leicester station (LEI)
    £351One-way
    1 change
  • MetroLuton Dart+East Midlands RailwayC51648
    9:131h11
    London Luton Airport (LUA)
    10:24Leicester station (LEI)
    £351One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Luton Airport to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £19.

Distance: 99 km

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Coach

£43

Average Price

£24

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 15m

Average total duration

1h 45m

Onboard

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30m

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Live departures

London Luton Airport to Leicester train times

The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to Leicester trains for today, Saturday 25 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayC51877 · C52158
On time
8:26 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h19
9:45 Leicester station (LEI)
2 changes
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayC52341 · Y12198
On time
8:56 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h20
10:16 Leicester station (LEI)
2 changes
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayC52613 · Y12201
On time
9:26 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h19
10:45 Leicester station (LEI)
2 changes
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayC52451 · Y12203
On time
9:56 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h20
11:16 Leicester station (LEI)
2 changes
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayC51851 · Y12206
On time
10:26 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h19
11:45 Leicester station (LEI)
2 changes
assertis_metroLuton Dart+east_midlands_railwayC52460 · Y12209
On time
10:56 London Luton Airport (LUA)
1h21
12:17 Leicester station (LEI)
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Luton Airport to Leicester

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Trains from London Luton Airport to Leicester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 08:27, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 1h 8m.

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
99 km
Average train duration
1h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
1h 8m
First train
8:27
Last train
21:46
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
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 companies: East Midlands Railway from London Luton Airport to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between London Luton Airport and Leicester from £19. 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 8m
Cheapest Price
£19
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

FAQs: London Luton Airport to Leicester train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Luton Airport to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £43.
The train journey from London Luton Airport to Leicester covers a distance of 99 km and takes approximately 1h 8m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from London Luton Airport to Leicester is 99 km.
The first train from London Luton Airport to Leicester leaves at 8:27.
The last train from London Luton Airport to Leicester departs at 21:46.
Trains from London Luton Airport to Leicester run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from London Luton Airport to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Luton Airport to Leicester.
To get from London Luton Airport to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Luton Airport to Leicester.
The cheapest way to get from London Luton Airport to Leicester is by train, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from London Luton Airport to Leicester 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 Luton Airport to Leicester offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the outskirts of London, rolling countryside, and small towns, providing a pleasant but not particularly dramatic landscape.
Yes, a day trip from London Luton Airport to Leicester is feasible. The journey takes 1h 8m one way, covering a distance of 99 km. There are 8 trains per day, making it convenient for a day trip.
Two to three days is typically enough to explore Leicester's key attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre, while also enjoying the local culture and dining.
Yes, you can take the train from London Luton Airport to Leicester.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Luton Airport and Leicester

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Leicester
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
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
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
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 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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