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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Gatwick to Leicester

Composite routes from Gatwick to Leicester

Cheapest
2 h 19 min
Car
225 km.
from $12
Other
2 h 8 min
176 km.
from $107.63

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18

Train operators

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Gatwick Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$44.30

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 Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$35.44–$50.63

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Leicester is to bus which costs $30.43 - $43.48 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs $54.35 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Leicester St Margarets bus station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Leicester via Gatwick Airport and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Leicester?

The distance between Gatwick and Leicester is 207 km. The road distance is 225.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs $54.35 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Gatwick to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Leicester bus from?

Gatwick to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Leicester train from?

Gatwick to Leicester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Leicester?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs $54.35 - $97.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $43.48 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Gatwick to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gatwick to Leicester train arrive?

Gatwick to Leicester train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Leicester is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Gatwick to Leicester.

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

Book your Gatwick to Leicester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

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