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One way to Travel from Charing Cross to Leicester

Composite routes from Charing Cross to Leicester

Cheapest
1 h 51 min
Car
164 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
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 3m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$46.83–$69.62

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Marble Arch to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.11–$41.77

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Leicester is to rideshare which costs $10.87 - $20.65 and takes 2h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Trafalgar Square and arriving at Leicester St Margarets bus station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross station to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Covent Garden station and arriving at Leicester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Leicester?

The distance between Charing Cross and Leicester is 161 km. The road distance is 164.9 km.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Leicester?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Charing Cross to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Leicester bus from?

Charing Cross to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Leicester train from?

Charing Cross to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Charing Cross to Leicester?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus via London Victoria, which costs $15.22 - $21.74 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Charing Cross to Leicester bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leicester St Margarets bus station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Leicester train arrive?

Charing Cross to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Leicester is 165 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Charing Cross to Leicester.

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 Charing Cross to Leicester?

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