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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Stansted Airport to Leicester, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Stansted Airport to Leicester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Stansted Airport to Leicester, starting from NZD 29.81 and averaging NZD 52.07. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 20m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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09:15
2h 21m, Changes required
Stansted Airport
11:36
Leicester
Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railway
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09:21
2h 28m, Direct
Stansted Airport
11:49
Leicester
CrossCountry
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09:45
2h 20m, Changes required
Stansted Airport
12:05
Leicester
Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railway
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10:15
2h 20m, Changes required
Stansted Airport
12:35
Leicester
Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railway
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10:27
2h 22m, Direct
Stansted Airport
12:49
Leicester
CrossCountry
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10:45
2h 21m, Changes required
Stansted Airport
13:06
Paris
Greater AngliaEast Midlands Railway
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Stansted Airport to Leicester Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:20
Last train
Last train
23:59
Departure station
Departure station
Stansted Airport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Leicester
Journey time
Journey time
2h 20m
Distance
Distance
126 km
Price
Price
NZD 29.81*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Stansted Airport to Leicester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Stansted Airport to Leicester can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Stansted Airport to Leicester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Stansted Airport to Leicester, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Stansted Airport to Leicester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Stansted Airport to Leicester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Stansted Airport to Leicester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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