How much is the train ticket from Leicester to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to London start from R 389. The average price for this train route is around R 1 930. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leicester to London?

The average train journey time from Leicester to London is 1h 11m, covering a distance of 141 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 3m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Leicester to London route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 19 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Leicester to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:52.

Train Leicester to London from R 373

Next train departures

Next departures from Leicester to London on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:13	Leicester	1h 14m	16:27	St Pancras International	Cheapest
Train	15:04	Leicester	1h 5m	16:09	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	07:00	Leicester	1h 8m	08:08	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	07:00	Leicester	1h 8m	08:08	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	07:13	Leicester	1h 14m	08:27	St Pancras International	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to London on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:13	Leicester	1h 14m	16:27	St Pancras International	Cheapest
Train	15:04	Leicester	1h 5m	16:09	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	07:00	Leicester	1h 8m	08:08	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	07:00	Leicester	1h 8m	08:08	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	07:13	Leicester	1h 14m	08:27	St Pancras International	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to London on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:04	Leicester	1h 5m	16:09	St Pancras International	CheapestFastest
Train	07:00	Leicester	1h 8m	08:08	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	07:00	Leicester	1h 8m	08:08	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	07:13	Leicester	1h 14m	08:27	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	07:13	Leicester	1h 14m	08:27	St Pancras International	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to London on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:13	Leicester	1h 14m	16:27	St Pancras International	Cheapest
Train	15:04	Leicester	1h 5m	16:09	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	07:00	Leicester	1h 8m	08:08	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	07:00	Leicester	1h 8m	08:08	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	07:13	Leicester	1h 14m	08:27	St Pancras International	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to London on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:01	Leicester	1h 8m	08:09	St Pancras International	Cheapest
Train	08:03	Leicester	1h 4m	09:07	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	07:01	Leicester	1h 8m	08:09	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	07:13	Leicester	1h 14m	08:27	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	07:13	Leicester	1h 14m	08:27	St Pancras International	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to London on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:29	Leicester	1h 22m	09:51	St Pancras International	Cheapest
Train	16:02	Leicester	1h 7m	17:09	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	08:29	Leicester	1h 22m	09:51	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	08:53	Leicester	1h 26m	10:19	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	08:53	Leicester	1h 26m	10:19	St Pancras International	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to London on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:13	Leicester	1h 14m	16:27	St Pancras International	Cheapest
Train	15:04	Leicester	1h 5m	16:09	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	07:00	Leicester	1h 8m	08:08	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	07:00	Leicester	1h 8m	08:08	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	07:13	Leicester	1h 14m	08:27	St Pancras International	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just R 183, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage duration

144 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 142 - R 1 830	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 389 - R 3 656	Average duration1h 11m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 183 - R 452	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 6kg 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 about the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 389

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to London by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Leicester to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to London start from R 389. The average price for this train route is around R 1 930. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leicester to London?
The average train journey time from Leicester to London is 1h 11m, covering a distance of 141 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 3m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Leicester to London route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 19 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leicester to London?
The earliest train from Leicester to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:52.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

R 1 849

25/01

R 1 853

Today

R 1 855

27/01

R 631

28/01

R 631

29/01

R 631

30/01

R 1 004

31/01

R 851

The cheapest trip from Leicester to London was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 631

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

You can expect to pay from R 631 to R 3 496 for a train ticket from Leicester to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 631, which is on 2026-01-28.