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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Margate is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Margate is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £95 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Margate. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Margate. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Margate via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Leicester to Margate?

The distance between Leicester and Margate is 190 miles. The road distance is 182.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Margate without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Leicester to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Margate bus from?

Leicester to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Margate train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Margate?

The best way to get from Leicester to Margate is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Leicester to Margate bus arrive?

Leicester to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Leicester to Margate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Margate is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Leicester to Margate.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Margate 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 Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 57m
£95–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 440 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
7h 10m
£35–86
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk005 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
5h 25m
£47–95
Drive 181.1 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Margatecar 181.1 mi
3h 4m
£45–64

Leicester to Margate by train

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 189.2 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Margate via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Marine Terrace via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 10m.

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