What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Southampton is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester (Station) and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester (Station) station to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester (Station) and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester (Station) to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Southampton Central via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Leicester (Station) to Southampton?

The distance between Leicester (Station) and Southampton is 181 miles. The road distance is 140.8 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester (Station) to Southampton without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester (Station) to Southampton without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 58m and costs £80 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Leicester (Station) to Southampton?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Leicester (Station) to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester (Station) to Southampton bus from?

Leicester (Station) to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester (Station) to Southampton train from?

Leicester (Station) to Southampton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester (Station) to Southampton?

The best way to get from Leicester (Station) to Southampton is to train via London which takes 2h 58m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Leicester (Station) to Southampton bus arrive?

Leicester (Station) to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester (Station) to Southampton train arrive?

Leicester (Station) to Southampton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Leicester (Station) to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester (Station) to Southampton is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Leicester (Station) to Southampton.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester (Station) to Southampton?

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Leicester (Station) to Southampton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester (Station) to Southampton by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 58m
£82–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 032
5h 42m
£33–85
Drive 140 mi
1. Drive from Leicester (Station) to Southamptoncar 140 mi
2h 29m
£34–50
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 23m
£97–150
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rutland Street to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus X6
2. Take the train from Coventry to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 30m
£70–106

Leicester (Station) to Southampton by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 180 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Leicester (Station), Leicester, England and Southampton, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Southampton Central via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Leicester (Station) to Coach Station via St Margaret's Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 42m.

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