What is the cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Leicester is to bus which costs £13 - £35 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Kings Cross and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Kings Cross to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Finchley Road / O2 Centre and arriving at St Peter's Lane via M&S. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Kings Cross and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London St Pancras Intl and arriving at Leicester. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Kings Cross to Leicester?

The distance between Kings Cross and Leicester is 99 miles. The road distance is 101.3 miles.

How do I travel from Kings Cross to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £50 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Kings Cross to Leicester?

The train from London St Pancras International to Leicester takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Leicester bus from?

Kings Cross to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Leicester train from?

Kings Cross to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Kings Cross to Leicester?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £50 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Kings Cross to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kings Cross to Leicester train arrive?

Kings Cross to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Kings Cross to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Kings Cross to Leicester is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Kings Cross to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Kings Cross to Leicester?

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
1h 4m
£50–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Asdabus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from M&S to St Peter's Lanebus 104
2h 57m
£14–32
Drive 100.7 mi
1. Drive from Kings Cross to Leicestercar 100.7 mi
1h 54m
£25–36

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Distance: 98.5 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Kings Cross, Greater London, England and Leicester, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicester every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from King's Cross St. Pancras station to St Peter's Lane via Finchley Road station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Asda, and M&S in around 2h 57m.

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