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Trains from Luton (LUT) to Leicester (LEI)

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36

train journeys
per day

59

miles (96 kms)

55 mins

fastest journey

04:20 / 00:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Luton (LUT) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Luton and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Luton to Leicester is approximately 59 miles (96 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 18 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Luton and Leicester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Luton to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 55 mins.

Journeys from Luton to Leicester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:20
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    06:36
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:10
    55 mins 1 change
    07:05
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:46
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    07:49
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:12
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    08:22
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:45
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    08:48
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:14
    1 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    09:19
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:45
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    09:48
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    1 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    10:20
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:40
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:10
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    11:17
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:40
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    11:46
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:10
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    12:17
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:40
    1 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    12:45
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:10
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    13:17
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:40
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    13:46
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:10
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    14:17
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:40
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    14:46
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:10
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:40
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    15:46
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:10
    1 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    16:15
    Luton
    Leicester
    Luton to Leicester

About Luton Station

Station name Luton (LUT)
Address Luton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:45
Saturday 05:45 - 22:00
Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Luton and Leicester

The travel time between Luton and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Luton and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:18.

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Amenities on trains between Luton and Leicester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Luton & Leicester. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Luton and Leicester.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Luton and Leicester, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.