What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 6h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Houghton Le Spring via Asda and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Gateshead via Sheffield and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The distance between Leicester and Houghton-Le-Spring is 210 miles. The road distance is 170.3 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £100 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring bus from?

Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Asda station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring train from?

Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The best way to get from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring bus arrive?

Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring train arrive?

Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring is 170 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring.

Where can I stay near Houghton-Le-Spring?

There are 2211+ hotels available in Houghton-Le-Spring.

Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 26m
£100–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Asda to Interchangebus Uk010
6h 7m
£21–36
Drive 169.3 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Houghton-Le-Springcar 169.3 mi
2h 57m
£43–61
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Interchangebus 133 / ...
6h 41m
£29–90

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Distance: 208.6 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Houghton-Le-Spring, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Houghton Le Spring via Sheffield, Newcastle, Central Station, Gateshead, and Interchange in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Asda to Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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