The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 3 trains that leave Stansted Mountfitchet for Leicester on Tue, Dec 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€57 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P48256+ C75394 | On time 8:13 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h36 | 10:49 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
P46644+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ Y12260 | On time 8:17 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h19 | 10:36 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
P47149+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ Y12263 | On time 8:40 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h25 | 11:05 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
P48266+ C75396 | On time 9:13 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h36 | 11:49 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
P46692+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ Y12265 | On time 9:17 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h19 | 11:36 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
P48281+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ Y12268 | On time 9:22 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h43 | 12:05 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 22:20 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Abellio Greater Anglia from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted Mountfitchet and Leicester from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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