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Islington to Leicester Train

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13/01/2026
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Islington to Leicester by train

The journey from Islington to Leicester by train is 87.89 mi and takes 2 hrs 4 mins. There are 52 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:25 and the last at 23:59. It is possible to travel from Islington to Leicester by train for as little as £16.13 or as much as £73.60. The best price for this journey is £16.13.

Lowest Price £16.13
Journey Duration 2 hrs 4 mins
Connection per Day 52
Lowest Price £16.13
Highest Price £73.60
First Departure 00:25
Last Departure 23:59
Distance 87.89 mi
Departure Islington
Arrival Leicester
Carriers National Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Islington to Leicester

The cheapest Islington - Leicester train tickets can be found for as low as £29.12 if you’re lucky, or £42.39 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £67.54.

Find the best day to travel to Leicester by train

When travelling to Leicester by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Islington to Leicester CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
9.9kg
Bus
10.61kg
Flight
28.29kg
Car
22.63kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Islington to Leicester by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Islington and Leicester are 9.9kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Islington and Leicester? By taking the train between Islington and Leicester you will save 18.39kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.71kg compared to a bus and 12.73kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Islington to Leicester?
A train ticket from Islington to Leicester is £36.26. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £16.13.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Islington to Leicester?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Islington to Leicester is £16.13. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Islington and Leicester by train?
Islington to Leicester is 87.89 mi.
How long does the train between Islington and Leicester take?
Islington to Leicester is on average 2 hrs 4 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 29 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Islington to Leicester?
Islington to Leicester has 52 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Islington to Leicester leave?
The earliest train from Islington to Leicester departs at 00:25. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Islington to Leicester depart?
The latest train from Islington to Leicester departs at 23:59. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Islington to Leicester in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £16.13 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Islington to Leicester by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Islington and Leicester is 1 hr 29 mins.
Is there a direct train from Islington to Leicester?
Yes, there is a direct train between Islington and Leicester.
What are the CO2 emissions for Islington to Leicester by train?
The train journey from Islington to Leicester creates 9.9kg of CO2 emissions.