How much does a train ticket cost from Nottingham to Leicester?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Leicester start from £6. The average price for this train route is around £18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Leicester?

The average train journey time from Nottingham to Leicester is 45m, covering a distance of 22 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 20m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Leicester route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 56 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Leicester?

The earliest train from Nottingham to Leicester departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:54.

Train Nottingham to Leicester from £5

Next train departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Leicester on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:27	Nottingham	40m	11:07	Syston	Cheapest
Train	15:50	Nottingham	20m	16:10	Leicester	Fastest
Train	15:12	Nottingham	30m	15:42	Leicester	No tags
Train	15:12	Nottingham	30m	15:42	Leicester	No tags
Train	15:17	Nottingham	45m	16:02	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Leicester on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:28	Nottingham	49m	16:17	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	15:50	Nottingham	20m	16:10	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:12	Nottingham	28m	07:40	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:12	Nottingham	28m	07:40	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:16	Nottingham	44m	08:00	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Leicester on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:12	Nottingham	30m	15:42	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	15:50	Nottingham	21m	16:11	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:12	Nottingham	30m	07:42	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:12	Nottingham	30m	07:42	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:16	Nottingham	46m	08:02	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Leicester on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:26	Nottingham	29m	09:55	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	15:47	Nottingham	24m	16:11	Leicester	Fastest
Train	08:21	Nottingham	31m	08:52	Leicester	No tags
Train	08:21	Nottingham	31m	08:52	Leicester	No tags
Train	08:25	Nottingham	1h 1m	09:26	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Leicester on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:24	Nottingham	43m	09:07	Syston	Cheapest
Train	15:50	Nottingham	20m	16:10	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:12	Nottingham	28m	07:40	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:12	Nottingham	28m	07:40	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:16	Nottingham	44m	08:00	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Leicester on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:24	Nottingham	43m	09:07	Syston	Cheapest
Train	15:50	Nottingham	20m	16:10	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:12	Nottingham	28m	07:40	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:12	Nottingham	28m	07:40	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:16	Nottingham	44m	08:00	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Leicester on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:11	Nottingham	31m	16:42	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	15:50	Nottingham	20m	16:10	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:12	Nottingham	28m	07:40	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:12	Nottingham	28m	07:40	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:16	Nottingham	44m	08:00	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Leicester on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:11	Nottingham	31m	16:42	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	15:50	Nottingham	20m	16:10	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:12	Nottingham	28m	07:40	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:12	Nottingham	28m	07:40	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:16	Nottingham	44m	08:00	Leicester	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham to Leicester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

40mAverage duration

22 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £14	Average duration55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£6 - £30	Average duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £4	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Leicester by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Nottingham to Leicester?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Leicester start from £6. The average price for this train route is around £18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Leicester?
The average train journey time from Nottingham to Leicester is 45m, covering a distance of 22 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 20m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Leicester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 56 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Leicester?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Leicester departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:54.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

25/11

£13

26/11

£13

Today

£14

28/11

£8

29/11

£5

30/11

£6

01/12

£7

02/12

£7

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Leicester was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Nottingham to Leicester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £5 to £28 for a train ticket from Nottingham to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-11-29.