What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to East Grinstead?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to East Grinstead is to bus which costs £19 - £30 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to East Grinstead?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to East Grinstead is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £65 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and East Grinstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to East Grinstead. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Sackville College via Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and East Grinstead?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to East Grinstead. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at East Grinstead via London St Pancras Intl and East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Leicester to East Grinstead?

The distance between Leicester and East Grinstead is 132 miles. The road distance is 132.7 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to East Grinstead without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to East Grinstead without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £65 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to East Grinstead?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Leicester to East Grinstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to East Grinstead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to East Grinstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to East Grinstead?

The best way to get from Leicester to East Grinstead is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £30 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Leicester to East Grinstead bus arrive?

Leicester to East Grinstead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the Leicester to East Grinstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to East Grinstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to East Grinstead is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Leicester to East Grinstead.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to East Grinstead?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to East Grinstead?

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Where can I stay near East Grinstead?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to East Croydontrain
3. Take the train from East Croydon to East Grinsteadtrain
2h 35m
£67–103
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk900
5h 25m
£19–29
Drive 131.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to East Grinsteadcar 131.9 mi
2h 52m
£33–48
Bus via St Margaret's Bus Station
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 230
5h 35m
£32–72

Leicester to East Grinstead by train

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Distance: 131.4 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and East Grinstead, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to East Grinstead via London St Pancras Intl and East Croydon in around 2h 35m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Gatwick Airport South Terminal every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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