What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Kings Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Kings Cross is to bus via M&S which costs £12 - £35 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Kings Cross?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Kings Cross is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Kings Cross?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Kings Cross. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Finchley Road / O2 Centre via Asda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Kings Cross?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester and arriving at London St Pancras Intl. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Leicester to Kings Cross?

The distance between Leicester and Kings Cross is 99 miles. The road distance is 100.8 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Kings Cross without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Kings Cross without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £50 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Kings Cross?

The train from Leicester to London St Pancras International takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Kings Cross bus from?

Leicester to Kings Cross bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Kings Cross train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Kings Cross?

The best way to get from Leicester to Kings Cross is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £50 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus via M&S, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Leicester to Kings Cross bus arrive?

Leicester to Kings Cross bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at M&S station.

Where does the Leicester to Kings Cross train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Kings Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Kings Cross is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Leicester to Kings Cross.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Kings Cross?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Kings Cross?

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Where can I stay near Kings Cross?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Kings Cross 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 4m
£50–75
Bus via M&S
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to M&Sbus 104 / ...
2. Take the bus from Asda to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Uk010 / ...
3h 2m
£13–31
Drive 100.2 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Kings Crosscar 100.2 mi
1h 53m
£25–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Marble Archbus 440 / ...
3h 23m
£22–48

Leicester to Kings Cross by train

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Distance: 98.5 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Kings Cross, 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 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to King's Cross St. Pancras station via M&S, Asda, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, and Finchley Road station in around 3h 2m.

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