Train from Stamford to Leicester: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Stamford to Leicester on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Stamford (Lincs)
LeicesterCheapestFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Stamford (Lincs)
LeicesterNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Stamford (Lincs)
LeicesterNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Stamford (Lincs)
LeicesterNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Stamford (Lincs)
LeicesterNo tags

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Get from Stamford to Leicester

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 42 minutes, and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day
42mAverage duration
27 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stamford 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Stamford to Leicester?

    The cheapest train tickets from Stamford to Leicester start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £13. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Stamford to Leicester?

    The average train journey time from Stamford to Leicester is 42m, covering a distance of 27 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 42m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Stamford to Leicester route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stamford to Leicester?

    The earliest train from Stamford to Leicester departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 20:26.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Stamford to Leicester?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stamford to Leicester?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Stamford to Leicester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stamford to Leicester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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
£12
26/11
£8
Today
£12
28/11
£12
29/11
No data
30/11
£9
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02/12
£9
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Stamford to Leicester was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £8

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

You can expect to pay from £8 to £12 for a train ticket from Stamford to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-11-30.

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