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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Lewes is to bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Lewes is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £75 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Lewes?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Elm Grove. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Lewes?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Lewes via London St Pancras Intl and East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Leicester to Lewes?

The distance between Leicester and Lewes is 152 miles. The road distance is 163.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Lewes without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Leicester to Lewes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Lewes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Lewes train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Lewes?

The best way to get from Leicester to Lewes is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £55 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Leicester to Lewes bus arrive?

Leicester to Lewes bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Leicester to Lewes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Lewes?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Lewes is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Leicester to Lewes.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lewes?

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Leicester to Lewes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 29 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to East Croydontrain
3. Take the train from East Croydon to Lewestrain
2h 45m
£77–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Preston Circusbus 025
5h 55m
£27–54
Drive 162.3 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Lewescar 162.3 mi
2h 49m
£40–58
Bus, train, line 29 bus
1. Take the bus from Asda to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Tunbridge Wellstrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to High Streetbus 29 / ...
6h 7m
£39–84

Leicester to Lewes by train

220Weekly Trains

2h 45mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.2 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Lewes via London St Pancras Intl and East Croydon in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Preston Circus, and Elm Grove in around 5h 55m.

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