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 £17 - £28 and takes 4h 40m.

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 £29 - £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 The Malls and arriving at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

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 29m.

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 29m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m 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 National Express, depart from The Malls 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 29m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £28 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Leicester bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus 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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Basingstoke to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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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 Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 29m
£65–103
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 806
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
4h 40m
£17–28
Drive 117.3 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Leicestercar 117.3 mi
2h 9m
£30–43
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 777
2h 46m
£46–68
Train, bus via Royal Leamington Spa
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Leamington Spatrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 148
5h 1m
£44–61

Basingstoke to Leicester by train and bus

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Distance: 148.7 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport in around 4h 40m.

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