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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Leicester is to bus via Leeds which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Leicester is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newcastle Coach Station station and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Leicester via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Leicester?

The distance between Gateshead and Leicester is 196 miles. The road distance is 179.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Gateshead to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Leicester bus from?

Gateshead to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Leicester train from?

Gateshead to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Gateshead to Leicester?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Leicester is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via M&S, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Gateshead to Leicester bus arrive?

Gateshead to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Asda station.

Where does the Gateshead to Leicester train arrive?

Gateshead to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Leicester is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Gateshead to Leicester.

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

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

Book your Gateshead to Leicester bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Sheffieldtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicestertrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
3h 12m
£99–146
Bus via M&S
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Asdabus Ukn11 / ...
5h 24m
£21–34
Drive 178.5 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Leicestercar 178.5 mi
3h 7m
£44–64
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane NCL - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
5h 59m
£81–179
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 180 / ...
5h 30m
£35–95
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk001 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Leicesterbus Uk001 / ...
5h 54m
£21–34
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain
4h 52m
£105–363

Gateshead to Leicester by train

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Distance: 195.3 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Newcastle to Leicester via Sheffield in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from John Dobson Street to Asda every 2 hours. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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