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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Leicester is to bus which costs £19 - £40 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Leicester is to train via Ashford International which takes 2h 26m and costs £75 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via King Street and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Leicester via Ashford International and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Kent to Leicester?

The distance between Kent and Leicester is 165 miles. The road distance is 154.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Leicester without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 2h 26m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Kent to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Leicester bus from?

Kent to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Kent to Leicester train from?

Kent to Leicester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Kent to Leicester?

The best way to get from Kent to Leicester is to train via Ashford International which takes 2h 26m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Kent to Leicester bus arrive?

Kent to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Kent to Leicester train arrive?

Kent to Leicester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Leicester is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Kent to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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There are 5 ways to get from Kent to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 26m
£79–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 440 / ...
6h 5m
£20–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Asdabus Ukn11 / ...
5h 22m
£39–68
Drive 153.5 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Leicestercar 153.5 mi
2h 37m
£39–55
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
3h 15m
£75–114

Kent to Leicester by train

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Distance: 164.4 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Leicester via Ashford International and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to St Margaret's Bus Station via King Street and London Victoria in around 6h 5m.

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