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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Leicester is to bus which costs £17 - £70 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £65 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North Terminal Bus Station station and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Leicester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Leicester?

The distance between Gatwick and Leicester is 129 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Gatwick to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Leicester bus from?

Gatwick to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Leicester train from?

Gatwick to Leicester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Leicester?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £70 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Gatwick to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gatwick to Leicester train arrive?

Gatwick to Leicester train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Leicester is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Gatwick to Leicester.

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

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

Book your Gatwick to Leicester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

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Gatwick to Leicester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Gatwick to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
1h 59m
£65–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230
4h 40m
£17–70
Drive 135 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Leicestercar 135 mi
2h 21m
£33–48

Gatwick to Leicester by train

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Distance: 127.8 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Leicester via London St Pancras Intl in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 4h 40m. FlixBus also services this route every 2 hours.

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