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Outbound fromLondon St Pancras International to Leicester by train
It takes an average of 1h 42m to travel from London St Pancras International to Leicester by train, over a distance of around 87 miles (140 km). There are normally 70 trains per day travelling from London St Pancras International to Leicester and tickets for this journey start from £15 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:27 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:35 | |
| Departure station | London St Pancras International | |
| Arrival station | Leicester | |
| Journey time | From 1h 3m | |
| Distance | 87 miles (140 km) | |
| Frequency | 70 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £15 | |
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Travel from London St Pancras International to Leicester by train in 1h 2m
Want to find out more about taking the train from London St Pancras International to Leicester? Look no further.
The train from London St Pancras International to Leicester usually takes around 1h 37m to travel 87 miles (140 km). You can expect to find 89 trains running on this popular route per day. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Travelling with East Midlands Railway (EMR) on this route, you can reach Leicester in just 1h 2m on the fastest services. Kitted out with free WiFi, you can always stay connected on EMR trains.
Want to get the best train deals? Travel Off-Peak – we’ll highlight the cheapest Off-Peak train tickets from London St Pancras International to Leicester in our Journey Planner. If you’re travelling by train quite frequently, why not get a Railcard – you'll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
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FAQs about the train journey from London St Pancras International to Leicester
Want to know more about your journey from London St Pancras International to Leicester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from London St Pancras International to Leicester
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London St Pancras International to Leicester is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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