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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Dover is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Dover is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £90 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Dover. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Pencester Road via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Dover. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Dover Priory via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Leicester to Dover?

The distance between Leicester and Dover is 176 miles. The road distance is 182.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Dover without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Leicester to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Dover bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Dover train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Dover?

The best way to get from Leicester to Dover is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Leicester to Dover bus arrive?

Leicester to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Leicester to Dover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Dover is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Leicester to Dover.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Dover?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Dover 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 Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 53m
£91–154
Bus
cheapest
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 53m
£36–85
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 Dover Priorytrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
5h 39m
£51–97
Drive 181.2 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Dovercar 181.2 mi
3h 5m
£44–64

Leicester to Dover by train

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Distance: 175.4 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Dover Priory via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Pencester Road via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 53m.

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