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Explore cheap prices from London Kings Cross to Leicester

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from London Kings Cross 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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Fri23May

€16.33

Sat24May

€18.95

Sun25May

€18.18

Mon26May

€18.95

Tue27May

€18.95

Wed28May

€18.95

Thu29May

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

London Kings Cross to Leicester train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Kings Cross to Leicester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €16.33, with average prices for this route around €19.90. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Fri, May 23
Sat, May 24
From €16.33
Sun, May 25
From €18.95
Mon, May 26
From €18.18
Tue, May 27
From €18.95
Wed, May 28
From €18.95
Thu, May 29
From €18.95

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:16 London Kings Cross	06:36 Leicester	1h 20m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:48 London Kings Cross	07:05 Leicester	1h 17m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:54 London Kings Cross	07:18 Leicester	1h 24m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:24 London Kings Cross	07:49 Leicester	1h 25m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:51 London Kings Cross	08:08 Leicester	1h 17m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:54 London Kings Cross	08:22 Paris	1h 28m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London Kings Cross to Leicester train route details

First train

05:16

Last train

23:43

Departure station

London Kings Cross

Arrival station

Leicester

Journey time

1h 14m

Distance

88 miles

Price

€16.33*

Train Operators

East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross to Leicester

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between London Kings Cross and Leicester, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London Kings Cross to Leicester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from London Kings Cross to Leicester, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Kings Cross to Leicester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from London Kings Cross to Leicester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Kings Cross to Leicester train ticket types

Save money on your trip from London Kings Cross to Leicester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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