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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Brighton is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Brighton is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £75 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Brighton?

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

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Brighton via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Leicester to Brighton?

The distance between Leicester and Brighton is 153 miles. The road distance is 165.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Leicester to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Brighton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Brighton train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Brighton?

The best way to get from Leicester to Brighton is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Leicester to Brighton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Brighton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Brighton is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Leicester to Brighton.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Brighton?

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1805+ hotels available in Brighton.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Brighton 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 Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 37m
£78–129
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 Preston Circusbus 025
5h 32m
£34–86
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk005 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain London Victoria - Brighton
4h 17m
£36–78
Drive 164.3 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Brightoncar 164.3 mi
2h 46m
£40–58

Leicester to Brighton by train

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2h 37mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.8 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Brighton via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Preston Circus via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 32m.

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