What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Leicester is to subway and bus which costs £22 - £60 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate station to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Wanstead Park Station and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Stratford City Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at Leicester via Farringdon and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Leicester?

The distance between Forest Gate and Leicester is 107 miles. The road distance is 106.4 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Gate to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £55 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Leicester?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Forest Gate to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Leicester bus from?

Forest Gate to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Stratford City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Leicester train from?

Forest Gate to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Leicester?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £65 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Leicester bus arrive?

Forest Gate to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Leicester train arrive?

Forest Gate to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Leicester is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Forest Gate to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Gate to Leicester?

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There are 4 ways to get from Forest Gate to Leicester by train, subway, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
1h 37m
£56–86
Subway, bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Stratford station to Finchley Road stationsubway
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Asdabus
3. Take the bus from M&S to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 104 / ...
3h 29m
£23–60
Drive 105.8 mi
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Leicestercar 105.8 mi
2h
£26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach Stationbus A9
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
4h 24m
£26–64

Forest Gate to Leicester by train

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Distance: 106.1 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Forest Gate, Greater London, England and Leicester, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicester every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wanstead Park Station to St Margaret's Bus Station via Stratford City Bus Station and Coach Station in around 4h 24m.

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