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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Eastbourne is to bus which costs £19 - £29 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Eastbourne is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £85 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Cornfield Road via Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Eastbourne via London St Pancras Intl and East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Leicester to Eastbourne?

The distance between Leicester and Eastbourne is 168 miles. The road distance is 165.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Leicester to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Eastbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Eastbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Eastbourne?

The best way to get from Leicester to Eastbourne is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £29 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Leicester to Eastbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Eastbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Eastbourne is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Leicester to Eastbourne.

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

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Eastbourne 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 East Croydon to Eastbournetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
3h 10m
£85–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk900
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
7h 2m
£19–29
Drive 164.7 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Eastbournecar 164.7 mi
3h 36m
£41–59
Bus via St Margaret's Bus Station
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 230
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
7h 12m
£32–71

Leicester to Eastbourne by train

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3h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 166.9 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Eastbourne via London St Pancras Intl and East Croydon in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Cornfield Road via Gatwick Airport South Terminal and Gatwick South Terminal in around 7h 2m.

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