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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Leicester is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Leicester via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Leicester?

The distance between Bournemouth and Leicester is 210 miles. The road distance is 167.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Leicester without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 30m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Bournemouth to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Leicester bus from?

Bournemouth to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Leicester?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Leicester is to train via London which takes 3h 30m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Leicester bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Leicester is 168 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Bournemouth to Leicester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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Bournemouth to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
3h 30m
£87–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
5h 50m
£25–41
Drive 166.7 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Leicestercar 166.7 mi
2h 52m
£42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
4h 25m
£94–139
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Leamington Spatrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 148
6h
£71–101

Bournemouth to Leicester by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 208.6 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Leicester via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport in around 5h 50m.

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