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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Central London to Leicester

Composite routes from Central London to Leicester

Cheapest
1 h 48 min
Car
165 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58

Train operators

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$46.83–$69.62

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$31.64–$44.30

London Underground (Tube)

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/tube/?cid=tube
Train from Northfields station to King's
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.67–$6.96

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Leicester is to bus which costs $16.30 - $26.09 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs $32.61 - $48.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Brentford County Court and arriving at Leicester St Margarets bus station via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Central London station to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Northfields station and arriving at Leicester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Central London to Leicester?

The distance between Central London and Leicester is 176 km. The road distance is 165.9 km.

How do I travel from Central London to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Leicester without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 50m and costs $43.48 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Central London to Leicester?

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Central London to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Leicester bus from?

Central London to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Heathrow Airport station.

Where do I catch the Central London to Leicester train from?

Central London to Leicester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Northfields station.

Where does the Central London to Leicester bus arrive?

Central London to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leicester St Margarets bus station.

Where does the Central London to Leicester train arrive?

Central London to Leicester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Central London to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Leicester is 166 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Central London to Leicester.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

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