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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Leicester is to bus which costs £11 - £55 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Leicester via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Leicester?

The distance between Basingstoke and Leicester is 150 miles. The road distance is 118 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Basingstoke to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Leicester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Leicester train from?

Basingstoke to Leicester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Leicester?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Reading, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Leicester train arrive?

Basingstoke to Leicester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Leicester is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Basingstoke to Leicester.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 45m
£65–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
5h 48m
£11–55
Bus via Reading
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900
5h 32m
£44–67
Drive 117.3 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Leicestercar 117.3 mi
2h 9m
£29–42
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus X6
3h 28m
£59–87

Basingstoke to Leicester by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 148.7 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Leicester via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basingstoke to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via Reading, Reading RailAir, Heathrow Terminal 2, and London Heathrow Airport in around 5h 32m.

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