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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Leicester is to bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £75 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Leicester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Leicester?

The distance between Canterbury and Leicester is 169 miles. The road distance is 168.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Canterbury to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Leicester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Leicester train from?

Canterbury to Leicester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Leicester?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Canterbury to Leicester bus arrive?

Canterbury to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Leicester train arrive?

Canterbury to Leicester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Leicester is 168 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Canterbury to Leicester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 9m
£76–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 440 / ...
5h 57m
£23–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Asdabus Uk010 / ...
4h 14m
£49–82
Drive 167.3 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Leicestercar 167.3 mi
2h 49m
£43–61

Canterbury to Leicester by train

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Distance: 168.5 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Leicester via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 5h 57m.

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