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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essex to Leicester

Composite routes from Essex to Leicester

Cheapest
2 h
Car
182 km.
from $10
Other
2 h 17 min
146 km.
from $79.07

Transport providers

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 Stansted Airport to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$40.50

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Stansted Airport to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$240.50

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from White Notley to London
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Leicester is to bus which costs $30.43 - $41.30 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $35.87 - $53.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Bulford Lane and arriving at Leicester St Margarets bus station via Bus Interchange and London Stansted Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Leicester. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Leicester via Liverpool Street station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Essex to Leicester?

The distance between Essex and Leicester is 229 km. The road distance is 183.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Leicester without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 17m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Essex to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Leicester bus from?

Essex to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Stansted Airport station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Leicester train from?

Essex to Leicester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Leicester?

The best way to get from Essex to Leicester is to train via London which takes 2h 17m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $41.30 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Essex to Leicester bus arrive?

Essex to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leicester St Margarets bus station.

Where does the Essex to Leicester train arrive?

Essex to Leicester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Essex to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Leicester is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Essex to Leicester.

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

Book your Essex to Leicester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

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