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

The cheapest way to get from Harwich to Leicester is to bus via Braintree which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harwich to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Harwich and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Harwich to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Mayflower Avenue and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Osborne Street, Bus Interchange and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Harwich and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Harwich to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Harwich Town and arriving at Leicester via Manningtree, Liverpool Street station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Harwich to Leicester?

The distance between Harwich and Leicester is 172 miles. The road distance is 133 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harwich to Leicester without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 56m and costs £80 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Harwich to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Leicester bus from?

Harwich to Leicester bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Mayflower Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Leicester train from?

Harwich to Leicester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.

Train or bus from Harwich to Leicester?

The best way to get from Harwich to Leicester is to train via London which takes 2h 56m and costs £80 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Braintree, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Harwich to Leicester bus arrive?

Harwich to Leicester bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Stanwell Street station.

Where does the Harwich to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harwich to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Harwich to Leicester is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Harwich to Leicester.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Manningtree to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 56m
£80–120
Bus via Braintree
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mayflower Avenue to Stanwell Streetbus 104
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
6h 26m
£25–39
Drive 132.2 mi
1. Drive from Harwich to Leicestercar 132.2 mi
2h 48m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Mistley to Cambridgetrain Harwich International - Cambridge
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Leicestertrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
5h 59m
£73–119
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mayflower Avenue to Stanwell Streetbus 104
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus 717
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
6h 27m
£25–43

Harwich to Leicester by train and subway

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Distance: 170.9 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Harwich Town to Leicester via Manningtree, London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mayflower Avenue to St Margaret's Bus Station via Stanwell Street, Osborne Street, Bus Interchange, and Coach Station in around 6h 26m.

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