What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Forest Gate?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Forest Gate is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Forest Gate?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Forest Gate is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Forest Gate?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Forest Gate station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Stratford City Bus Station via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Forest Gate?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Forest Gate. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Forest Gate via London St Pancras Intl and Farringdon Without. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Leicester to Forest Gate?

The distance between Leicester and Forest Gate is 107 miles. The road distance is 106.1 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Forest Gate without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Forest Gate without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £55 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Forest Gate?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Leicester to Forest Gate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Forest Gate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Forest Gate train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Forest Gate?

The best way to get from Leicester to Forest Gate is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £55 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £65 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Leicester to Forest Gate bus arrive?

Leicester to Forest Gate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Forest Gate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Forest Gate?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Forest Gate is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Leicester to Forest Gate.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Forest Gate?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Forest Gate?

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Where can I stay near Forest Gate?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Forest Gate 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 / ...
1h 31m
£55–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
3h 22m
£24–63
Drive 105.5 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Forest Gatecar 105.5 mi
2h
£26–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Forest Gatetrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield / ...
4h 3m
£28–55

Leicester to Forest Gate by train

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Distance: 106.1 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Forest Gate, Greater London, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intl every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Forest Gate via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, and Stratford in around 3h 22m.

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