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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stamford to Leicester
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stamford to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stamford to Leicester will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 3 trains that leave Stamford for Leicester 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 44 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 42 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.
Live departures
Stamford to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Stamford to Leicester trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:07 Stamford | 0h42 | 10:49 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:07 Stamford | 0h42 | 15:49 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:07 Stamford | 0h42 | 19:49 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stamford to Leicester
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Trains from Stamford to Leicester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 42m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 04:47 |
Last train 22:13 |
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FAQs: Stamford to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stamford 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Stamford and Leicester
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 12:30 Saturday 06:20 - 12:30 Sunday 11:45 - 18:30 None
- Caffè Nero
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. Level access from car park to Peterborough bound platform. Footbridge only to Leicester bound platform (i.e. no step free access). Barrow crossing restricted times therefore Stamford to Leicester passengers to travel via Peterborough and return back. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: White Knight 01733 555584
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Room; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Room; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: outside the station close to the exit
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the station.
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- 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
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