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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from London Paddington to Leicester

Composite routes from London Paddington to Leicester

Cheapest
1 h 46 min
Car
159 km.
from $8

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$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 4m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$45.57–$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:
$27.85–$40.50

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Leicester is to bus via London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) which costs $15.22 - $23.91 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from London Paddington to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $41.30 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from London Paddington to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Warwick Avenue and arriving at Leicester St Margarets bus station via London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington station to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Paddington station and arriving at Leicester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from London Paddington to Leicester?

The distance between London Paddington and Leicester is 163 km. The road distance is 160.2 km.

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

The best way to get from London Paddington to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $41.30 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from London Paddington to Leicester, including transfers.

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

London Paddington to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marble Arch station.

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

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

Train or bus from London Paddington to Leicester?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $41.30 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus via London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), which costs $15.22 - $23.91 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the London Paddington to Leicester bus arrive?

London Paddington to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leicester station.

Where does the London Paddington to Leicester train arrive?

London Paddington to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from London Paddington to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington to Leicester is 160 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from London Paddington to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from London Paddington to Leicester?

Book your London Paddington to Leicester train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from London Paddington to Leicester?

Book your London Paddington to Leicester bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 786+ hotels available in Leicester. Prices start at $54.20 per night.
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