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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Ashford is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Ashford is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £80 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Ashford?

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

How far is it from Leicester to Ashford?

The distance between Leicester and Ashford is 155 miles. The road distance is 163.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Ashford without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £80 - £130.

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

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Ashford train from?

Leicester to Ashford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Where does the Leicester to Ashford train arrive?

Leicester to Ashford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Ashford?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Ashford is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Leicester to Ashford.

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

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Where can I stay near Ashford?

There are 1644+ hotels available in Ashford.

Leicester to Ashford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Ashford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 2m
£80–126
Drive 162.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Ashfordcar 162.3 mi
2h 45m
£41–59
Bus, train via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9 / ...
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
4h 10m
£50–111
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)bus Uk005 / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Ashford Internationaltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 11m
£42–78

Leicester to Ashford by train

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2h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154.4 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Ashford International via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 2m.

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