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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Leicester is to bus which costs £24 - £50 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £70 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Leicester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Brighton to Leicester?

The distance between Brighton and Leicester is 153 miles. The road distance is 165 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Brighton to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Leicester bus from?

Brighton to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Leicester train from?

Brighton to Leicester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Leicester?

The best way to get from Brighton to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Brighton to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Leicester train arrive?

Brighton to Leicester train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Leicester is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Brighton to Leicester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 987+ hotels available in Leicester.

Brighton to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Brighton to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 36m
£72–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900
6h 8m
£24–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain Brighton - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 440 / ...
4h 35m
£36–110
Drive 164 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Leicestercar 164 mi
2h 46m
£41–59

Brighton to Leicester by train

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Distance: 151.8 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Leicester via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport in around 6h 8m.

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