What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Leicester is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Leicester is to subway and train which takes 1h 51m and costs £60 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London station to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Central London station to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Northfields station and arriving at Leicester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Central London to Leicester?

The distance between Central London and Leicester is 110 miles. The road distance is 100.1 miles.

How do I travel from Central London to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Leicester without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 51m and costs £60 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Leicester?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Central London to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Leicester bus from?

Central London to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Central London to Leicester train from?

Central London to Leicester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Northfields station.

Where does the Central London to Leicester bus arrive?

Central London to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Central London to Leicester train arrive?

Central London to Leicester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at King's Cross St. Pancras station.

Can I drive from Central London to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Leicester is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Central London to Leicester.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 1006+ hotels available in Leicester.

Central London to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Central London to Leicester by subway, train, bus, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Northfields station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
1h 51m
£61–110
Bus via Victoria Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Ealing Road to Victoria Coach Stationbus N11
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 440 / ...
4h 2m
£14–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3h 56m
£28–73
Drive 99.5 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Leicestercar 99.5 mi
1h 55m
£25–35

Central London to Leicester by subway and train

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1h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 109.4 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Central London, England and Leicester, England?

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £21–50 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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