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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Harwich is to bus and line 104 bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Harwich is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Harwich?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Harwich. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Mayflower Avenue via Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Head Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Harwich?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Harwich. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Harwich Town via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Liverpool Street and Manningtree. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Leicester to Harwich?

The distance between Leicester and Harwich is 172 miles. The road distance is 132.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Harwich without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 20m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Leicester to Harwich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Harwich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Harwich train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Harwich?

The best way to get from Leicester to Harwich is to train via London which takes 3h 20m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus and line 104 bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Leicester to Harwich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Harwich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Harwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Harwich is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Leicester to Harwich.

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

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Leicester to Harwich - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 104 bus, and car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Manningtreetrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 20m
£86–146
Bus, line 104 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Head Street to Mayflower Avenuebus 102 / ...
5h 51m
£24–52
Drive 131.6 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Harwichcar 131.6 mi
2h 47m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Cambridgetrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Harwich Internationaltrain Cambridge - Harwich International
5h 24m
£90–142

Leicester to Harwich by train and subway

139Weekly Services

3h 20mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.9 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Harwich Town via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, London Liverpool Street, and Manningtree in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Mayflower Avenue via Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Head Street in around 5h 51m.

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