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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Hove is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Hove is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £75 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Hove?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Hove. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Gatwick Airport South Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Hove?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Hove. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Brighton via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Leicester to Hove?

The distance between Leicester and Hove is 153 miles. The road distance is 164.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Hove without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Leicester to Hove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Hove bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Hove train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Hove?

The best way to get from Leicester to Hove is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Leicester to Hove bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Hove train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Hove?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Hove is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Leicester to Hove.

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

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Hove 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 London St Pancras Intl to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 38m
£77–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk900
5h 19m
£28–49
Drive 163.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Hovecar 163.9 mi
2h 44m
£41–59
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Preston Circusbus 025
5h 22m
£33–85

Leicester to Hove by train

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Distance: 151.8 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Brighton via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Gatwick Airport South Terminal every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–26 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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