How to Travel from

Reading to Leicester

by Rideshare, Route or Car

Great Britain Reading Leicester

Cheapest

By car (164 km)

1 h 54 min

164 km.

from $9

Other

Rideshare

1 h 54 min

164 km.

from $6.24

Train via London

2 h 5 min

130 km.

from $80.09

Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

4 h 45 min

130 km.

from $5.43

Train

2 h 55 min

130 km.

from $210.15

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:

+49 30 300 137 300

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

flixbus.com

Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester

Ave. Duration:

2h 55m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$17.72–$26.58

RailAir

Phone:

+44 345 646 0707

Website:

railair.com/

Bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

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

First Great Western Service

Phone:

+44 3457 000 125

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

gwr.com/

Train from Reading to London

Ave. Duration:

37 min

Frequency:

Every 10 minutes

Estimated price:

$24.05–$60.76

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

Cross Country

Phone:

0344 736 9123

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

crosscountrytrains.co.uk/

Train from Reading to Birmingham

Ave. Duration:

1h 36m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$69.62–$189.87

Train from Birmingham New Street to Leicester

Ave. Duration:

58 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$40.50–$75.95

Elizabeth Line

Phone:

0343 222 1234

Website:

tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/

Train from Reading to London

Ave. Duration:

53 min

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$12.66–$32.91

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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Leicester is to bus which costs $27.17 - $38.04 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $32.61 - $48.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Leicester St Margarets bus station via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Leicester via Paddington station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Reading to Leicester?

The distance between Reading and Leicester is 220 km. The road distance is 165.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Leicester without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 5m and costs $54.35 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Reading to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Leicester bus from?

Reading to Leicester bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Leicester train from?

Reading to Leicester train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Leicester?

The best way to get from Reading to Leicester is to train via London which takes 2h 5m and costs $54.35 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Reading to Leicester bus arrive?

Reading to Leicester bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Leicester train arrive?

Reading to Leicester train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Leicester is 165 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Reading to Leicester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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

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King Power Stadium

King Power Stadium is a football stadium in the city of Leicester, East Midlands, England, and the home of Leicester City. The stadium opened in 2002 as the Walkers Stadium and has a capacity of 32,259. The club attracted worldwide attention when they lifted the Premier League title on the site in 2016. Since 2021, the stadium has also been the primary home of Leicester City Women.

Bradgate Park

Bradgate Park (/ˌbrædɡət/) is a public park in Charnwood Forest, in Leicestershire, England, northwest of Leicester. It covers 850 acres (340 hectares). The park lies between the villages of Newtown Linford, Anstey, Cropston, Woodhouse Eaves and Swithland. The River Lin runs through the park, flowing into Cropston Reservoir which was constructed on part of the park. To the north-east lies Swithland Wood. The park's two well known landmarks, Old John and the war memorial, both lie just above the 210 m (690 ft) contour. The park is part of the 399 hectare Bradgate Park and Cropston Reservoir Site of Special Scientific Interest, which has been designated under both biological and geological criteria.

Leicester Abbey

The Abbey of Saint Mary de Pratis, more commonly known as Leicester Abbey, was an Augustinian religious house in the city of Leicester, in the East Midlands of England. The abbey was founded in the 12th century by the Robert de Beaumont, 2nd Earl of Leicester, and grew to become the wealthiest religious establishment within Leicestershire. Through patronage and donations the abbey gained the advowsons of countless churches throughout England, and acquired a considerable amount of land, and several manorial lordships. Leicester Abbey also maintained a cell (a small dependent daughter house) at Cockerham Priory, in Lancashire. The Abbey's prosperity was boosted through the passage of special privileges by both the English Kings and the Pope. These included an exemption from sending representatives to parliament and from paying tithe on certain land and livestock. Despite its privileges and sizeable landed estates, from the late 14th century the abbey began to suffer financially and was forced to lease out its estates. The worsening financial situation was exacerbated throughout the 15th century and early 16th century by a series of incompetent, corrupt and extravagant abbots. By 1535 the abbey's considerable income was exceeded by even more considerable debts.

Leicester

Leicester is a city, unitary authority area, unparished area and the county town of Leicestershire in the East Midlands of England. It is the largest city in the East Midlands. Its population was 368,600 in 2021, increased by 38,800 ( 11.8%) from around 329,800 in 2011. The greater Leicester urban area had a population of 559,017 in 2021, making it the 11th most populous in England, and the 13th most populous in the United Kingdom. In 2023, Leicester was named as the best place to live and work in the East Midlands.

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Five ways to Travel from Reading to Leicester

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

RailAir

Train operators

East Midlands Railways

First Great Western Service

National Express

Cross Country

Elizabeth Line

Questions and Answers

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Leicester?

Is there a direct train between Reading and Leicester?

How far is it from Reading to Leicester?

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

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Leicester bus from?

Where do I catch the Reading to Leicester train from?

Train or bus from Reading to Leicester?

Where does the Reading to Leicester bus arrive?

Where does the Reading to Leicester train arrive?

Can I drive from Reading to Leicester?

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

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

Where can I stay near Leicester?