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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Leeds to Leicester

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32
Bus from Leeds to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Leeds to Leicestershire
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.86–$22.78

Train operators

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Sheffield to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.38–$50.63

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Leeds to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
2h 42m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$41.77

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Leeds to Sheffield
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.24–$75.95

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Leeds to Sheffield
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.76–$15.19

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Leeds to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Leicester is to rideshare which costs $7.61 - $19.57 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leeds to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leeds and arriving at Leicester. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Leicester via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Leeds to Leicester?

The distance between Leeds and Leicester is 165 km. The road distance is 158.3 km.

How do I travel from Leeds to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Leeds to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs $34.78 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Leeds to Leicester?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Leeds to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Leicester bus from?

Leeds to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Leicester train from?

Leeds to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Leeds to Leicester?

The best way to get from Leeds to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs $34.78 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus via Leicester, which costs $17.39 - $23.91 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Leeds to Leicester bus arrive?

Leeds to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leicester station.

Where does the Leeds to Leicester train arrive?

Leeds to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Leicester is 158 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Leeds to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Leeds to Leicester?

Book your Leeds to Leicester train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leeds to Leicester?

Book your Leeds to Leicester bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 772+ hotels available in Leicester. Prices start at $56.02 per night.

Can I share a ride from Leeds to Leicester?

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