What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral is to bus which costs £25 - £55 and takes 6h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Canterbury Cathedral?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Canterbury Cathedral station. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Canterbury Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Canterbury West via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral?

The distance between Leicester and Canterbury Cathedral is 170 miles. The road distance is 167.2 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £85 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral?

The best way to get from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral bus arrive?

Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral?

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Where can I stay near Canterbury Cathedral?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral 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 Canterbury Westtrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 51m
£86–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk005 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h 6m
£25–55
Drive 166.2 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedralcar 166.2 mi
2h 48m
£41–58
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 440 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h 16m
£33–82

Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral by train and foot

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2h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.2 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Canterbury Cathedral, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Canterbury Cathedral via London St Pancras Intl and Canterbury West in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Canterbury Cathedral via London Victoria and Bus Station in around 6h 6m.

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