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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Kent is to bus and train which costs £35 - £75 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Kent is to train via Ashford International which takes 2h 35m and costs £80 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Kent. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Lenham via London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Leicester to Kent?

The distance between Leicester and Kent is 165 miles. The road distance is 153.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Kent without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 2h 35m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Leicester to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Kent train from?

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

Where does the Leicester to Kent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Kent is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Leicester to Kent.

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

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Where can I stay near Kent?

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Leicester to Kent - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Kent by train, bus, or car

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Train via Ashford International
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 Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 35m
£84–145
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk005 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 45m
£38–74
Drive 152.3 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Kentcar 152.3 mi
2h 35m
£38–54
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 19m
£80–148
Bus, train via London Stansted Airport (STN)
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
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
5h 31m
£52–119

Leicester to Kent by train

244Weekly Trains

2h 35mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.4 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Lenham via London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International in around 2h 35m.

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