London Stansted Airport to Leicester train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Leicester

Showing times and prices for 07 Jul

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£77

Fastest journey

2 h 19 m

Average duration

2 h 21 m

Trains per day

47

Distance

126 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Leicester will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.

Fast trains

Of the 47 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Leicester every day 15 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 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 22 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.

  • CrossCountryG00959
    8:282h21
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    10:49Leicester station (LEI)
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountryG00960
    9:252h24
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    11:49Leicester station (LEI)
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountryG00973
    13:252h24
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    15:49Leicester station (LEI)
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountryG00969
    12:252h24
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    14:49Leicester station (LEI)
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountryG00955
    6:182h31
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    8:49Leicester station (LEI)
    £251One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Stansted Airport to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 126 km

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Coach

£29

Average Price

£28

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 10m

Average total duration

2h 40m

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Leicester train times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayW70852+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+Greater AngliaP010696:05 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h42
8:47 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
CrossCountryG009556:18 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h31
8:49 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21769+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+Greater AngliaP661056:41 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h27
9:08 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21649+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+Greater AngliaP029077:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h30
9:39 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
CrossCountryG009567:28 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h21
9:49 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70956+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+Greater AngliaP661517:41 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h28
10:09 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW70958+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+Greater AngliaP661758:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h27
10:36 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
CrossCountryG009598:28 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h21
10:49 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70961+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+Greater AngliaP661998:41 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h24
11:05 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66222+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+East Midlands RailwayW709649:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h25
11:36 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
CrossCountryG009609:25 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h24
11:49 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70967+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+Greater AngliaP029169:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h22
12:05 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21657+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+Greater AngliaP6626710:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h34
12:45 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
CrossCountryG0096410:25 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h24
12:49 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70972+Greater AngliaP66289+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International10:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h23
13:06 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW70975+Greater AngliaP66314+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International11:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h24
13:35 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
CrossCountryG0096611:25 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h24
13:49 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21653+Greater AngliaP02922+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International11:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h23
14:06 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW70981+Greater AngliaP66363+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International12:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h25
14:36 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
CrossCountryG0096912:25 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h24
14:49 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP66375+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+East Midlands RailwayW7098412:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h22
15:05 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66387+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+East Midlands RailwayW7098713:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h25
15:36 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
CrossCountryG0097313:25 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h24
15:49 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP66399+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+East Midlands RailwayC2176313:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h22
16:05 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW70992+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+Greater AngliaP0292814:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h25
16:36 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
CrossCountryG0097414:25 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h24
16:49 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW70996+Greater AngliaP66423+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International14:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h23
17:06 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW70998+Greater AngliaP66435+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International15:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h28
17:39 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
CrossCountryG0097715:25 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h24
17:49 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21781+Greater AngliaP66447+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International15:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h26
18:09 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW71004+Greater AngliaP02930+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International16:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h28
18:39 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
CrossCountryG0098216:24 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h25
18:49 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21758+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+Greater AngliaP6647116:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h26
19:09 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW71009+Greater AngliaP66482+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International17:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h29
19:40 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
CrossCountryG0098417:24 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h25
19:49 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21770+Greater AngliaP66493+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International17:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h25
20:08 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW71013+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+Greater AngliaP6605718:10 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h30
20:40 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
CrossCountryG0098818:30 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h19
20:49 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21761+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+Greater AngliaP0290518:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h26
21:09 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC04182+Greater AngliaP66107+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International19:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h25
21:36 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
CrossCountryG0099019:25 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h24
21:49 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04184+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+Greater AngliaP6613019:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h22
22:05 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21150+Greater AngliaP66154+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International20:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h34
22:45 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
CrossCountryG0099320:25 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h30
22:55 Leicester station (LEI)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21772+Greater AngliaP02912+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International20:57 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h39
23:36 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC04190+Greater AngliaP66213+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International21:28 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h00
1:28 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21766+Greater AngliaP66235+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International21:57 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h47
1:44 Leicester station (LEI)2 changes

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Why should you book London Stansted Airport to Leicester trains with Omio?

CrossCountry as well as East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, Cross Country and more offer trains services from London Stansted Airport to Leicester.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Stansted Airport to Leicester.

Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to Leicester.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to Leicester.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Stansted Airport to Leicester.

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Leicester

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Trains from London Stansted Airport to Leicester run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 2h 19m.

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 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
2h 19m
First train
5:18
Last train
22:11
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
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: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, Cross Country from London Stansted Airport to Leicester trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, Cross Country trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Leicester from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Price
£14
CrossCountry frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

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
2h 22m
Cheapest Price
£33
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

Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 2m
Cheapest Price
£97
Greater Anglia frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 18m
Cheapest Price
£99
Cross Country frequency
11 a day

FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Leicester train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The train journey from London Stansted Airport to Leicester covers a distance of 126 km and takes approximately 2h 19m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from London Stansted Airport to Leicester is 126 km.
The first train from London Stansted Airport to Leicester leaves at 5:18.
The last train from London Stansted Airport to Leicester departs at 22:11.
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Leicester run approximately 10 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from London Stansted Airport to Leicester.
Yes, there is a direct train between London Stansted Airport and Leicester. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Cross Country.
To get from London Stansted Airport to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London Stansted Airport to Leicester.
The cheapest way to get from London Stansted Airport to Leicester is by train, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Leicester is not particularly known for its scenic views. It mainly passes through urban and suburban areas, with occasional glimpses of the English countryside.
A day trip from London Stansted Airport to Leicester is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 19m. However, there are 11 trains per day. The distance is 126 km.
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 Stansted Airport to Leicester.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and Leicester

Most London Stansted Airport to Leicester trains use the London St Pancras International to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare London Stansted Airport and Leicester 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
LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre

BusX7 · 4m · £2 · every ~3 min
16 · 7m · every ~6 min
Hop · 11m · £2 · every ~14 min

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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