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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Leicester is to bus which costs £25 - £90 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £85 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Leicester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Dover to Leicester?

The distance between Dover and Leicester is 176 miles. The road distance is 182.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Dover to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Leicester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dover to Leicester train from?

Dover to Leicester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Leicester?

The best way to get from Dover to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £90 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Dover to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dover to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Leicester is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Dover to Leicester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 24m
£90–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 440 / ...
7h 3m
£26–88
Drive 181.6 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Leicestercar 181.6 mi
3h 5m
£45–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Rainham (Kent)train
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Lutontrain
3. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
6h 25m
£69–142

Dover to Leicester by train

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Distance: 175.4 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Leicester via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to St Margaret's Bus Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 3m.

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