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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Leicester to Essex

Composite routes from Leicester to Essex

Cheapest
2 h
Car
181 km.
from $9
Other
2 h 59 min
146 km.
from $76.57

Transport providers

Train operators

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Leicester to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$45.57–$69.62

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Leicester St Margarets bus station to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Leicester to Stansted
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$227.84

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from London Liverpool Street to White
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$31.64

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Essex is to bus which costs $29.35 - $40.22 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Essex is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $34.78 - $52.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Essex. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margarets bus station and arriving at Polecat Road via Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Essex. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at White Notley via King's Cross and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Leicester to Essex?

The distance between Leicester and Essex is 229 km. The road distance is 182.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Essex without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 59m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Leicester to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Essex bus from?

Leicester to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leicester St Margarets bus station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Essex train from?

Leicester to Essex train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Essex?

The best way to get from Leicester to Essex is to train via London which takes 2h 59m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $40.22 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Leicester to Essex bus arrive?

Leicester to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Stansted Airport station.

What is the time difference between Leicester and Essex?

It is currently 08:45 at both, Leicester and Essex.

Where does the Leicester to Essex train arrive?

Leicester to Essex train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Essex is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Leicester to Essex.

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

Book your Leicester to Essex train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essex?

There are 525+ hotels available in Essex. Prices start at $47.75 per night.
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