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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Leicester is to bus which costs £22 - £55 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £70 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Tye Green Post Office and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Bus Interchange and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Leicester. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Leicester via Liverpool Street station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Essex to Leicester?

The distance between Essex and Leicester is 143 miles. The road distance is 106.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Essex to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Leicester bus from?

Essex to Leicester bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Leicester train from?

Essex to Leicester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Leicester?

The best way to get from Essex to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Essex to Leicester bus arrive?

Essex to Leicester bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Essex to Leicester train arrive?

Essex to Leicester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Essex to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Leicester is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Essex to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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Essex to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 333 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to London Liverpool Streettrain Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 15m
£71–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Coach Stationbus X20
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
4h 15m
£23–51
Drive 106.2 mi
1. Drive from Essex to Leicestercar 106.2 mi
2h 18m
£26–38
Line 333 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus 333 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Leicestertrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
4h 36m

Essex to Leicester by train and subway

92Weekly Services

2h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 142.1 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from White Notley to Leicester via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tye Green Post Office to St Margaret's Bus Station via Bus Interchange and Coach Station in around 4h 15m.

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