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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Bournemouth via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Leicester to Bournemouth?

The distance between Leicester and Bournemouth is 210 miles. The road distance is 167.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Bournemouth without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 39m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Leicester to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Bournemouth bus from?

Leicester to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Leicester to Bournemouth is to train via London which takes 3h 39m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Leicester to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Leicester to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Leicester to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Bournemouth is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Leicester to Bournemouth.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 39m
£93–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
5h 32m
£29–65
Drive 166.5 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Bournemouthcar 166.5 mi
2h 51m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 58m
£117–170
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sainsbury'sbus 148
2. Take the train from Leamington Spa to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 36m
£86–126

Leicester to Bournemouth by train, foot, and subway

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3h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 208.6 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Bournemouth via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 32m.

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