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Leicester to London Paddington Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Leicester to London Paddington? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SEK 138.14, with average prices for this route around SEK 1,071.67.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Tue, Sep 2
    From SEK 238.97
  • Wed, Sep 3
    From SEK 238.97
  • Thu, Sep 4
    From SEK 238.97
  • Fri, Sep 5
    From SEK 138.14
  • Sat, Sep 6
    From SEK 238.97
  • Sun, Sep 7
    From SEK 238.97
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    From SEK 238.97
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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17:13
Leicester
18:57
London Paddington
1h 44m, DirectEast Midlands Railway
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17:30
Leicester
19:11
London Paddington
1h 41m, DirectEast Midlands Railway
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17:45
Leicester
19:36
London Paddington
1h 51m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayThameslinkElizabeth line
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17:45
Leicester
19:40
London Paddington
1h 55m, DirectEast Midlands Railway
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18:06
Leicester
19:45
London Paddington
1h 39m, DirectEast Midlands Railway
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18:11
Leicester
19:59
Paris
1h 48m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayThameslinkElizabeth line
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Leicester to London Paddington Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:47
Last train
Last train
22:56
Departure station
Departure station
Leicester
Arrival station
Arrival station
London Paddington
Journey time
Journey time
1h 34m
Distance
Distance
140 km
Price
Price
SEK 138.14*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Leicester to London Paddington

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between Leicester and London Paddington on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

To save on train travel in South East England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it's highly advantageous for frequent travelers within this region.
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 Leicester to London Paddington 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 Leicester to London Paddington 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%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Leicester to London Paddington, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
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 Leicester to London Paddington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Leicester to London Paddington train ticket types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.