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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Leicester is to bus which costs £13 - £50 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station station and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow station to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station and arriving at Leicester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Leicester?

The distance between Heathrow and Leicester is 117 miles. The road distance is 104.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Heathrow to Leicester without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 11m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Heathrow to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Leicester bus from?

Heathrow to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Leicester train from?

Heathrow to Leicester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station.

Where does the Heathrow to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Heathrow to Leicester train arrive?

Heathrow to Leicester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at King's Cross St. Pancras station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Leicester is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Heathrow to Leicester.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Leicester?

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

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

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 11m
£68–134
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3h 5m
£13–50
Drive 104 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Leicestercar 104 mi
1h 45m
£26–37

Heathrow to Leicester by subway and train

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2h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 116.4 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £21–50 and the journey takes 3h 5m. FlixBus also services this route every 2 hours.

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