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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from London to Leicester

Composite routes from London to Leicester

Cheapest
1 h 51 min
Car
164 km.
from $9
Other
3 h 19 min
Bus
142 km.
from €15.22
Details

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from London Victoria to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from London to Leicestershire
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.66–$24.05

Train operators

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$46.83–$69.62

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London Victoria to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.11–$41.77

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from London to Leicester (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from London to Leicester (Station) is to rideshare which costs $10.87 - $20.65 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Leicester (Station)?

The fastest way to get from London to Leicester (Station) is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between London and Leicester (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at Leicester St Margarets bus station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between London and Leicester (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London St Pancras Intl and arriving at Leicester. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from London to Leicester (Station)?

The distance between London and Leicester (Station) is 159 km. The road distance is 164.5 km.

How do I travel from London to Leicester (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from London to Leicester (Station) without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from London to Leicester (Station)?

The train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicester takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the London to Leicester (Station) bus from?

London to Leicester (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Leicester (Station) train from?

London to Leicester (Station) train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from London to Leicester (Station)?

The best way to get from London to Leicester (Station) is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15.22 - $21.74 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the London to Leicester (Station) bus arrive?

London to Leicester (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leicester St Margarets bus station.

Where does the London to Leicester (Station) train arrive?

London to Leicester (Station) train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from London to Leicester (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Leicester (Station) is 164 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from London to Leicester (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from London to Leicester (Station)?

Book your London to Leicester (Station) train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from London to Leicester (Station)?

Book your London to Leicester (Station) bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leicester (Station)?

There are 762+ hotels available in Leicester (Station). Prices start at $56.02 per night.

Can I share a ride from London to Leicester (Station)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London and Leicester (Station). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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