What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to New Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to New Forest is to bus and line 51 bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 6h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to New Forest?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to New Forest is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and New Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to New Forest station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Police Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Fleming Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and New Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Swindon via Birmingham New Street and Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Leicester to New Forest?

The distance between Leicester and New Forest is 193 miles. The road distance is 98.4 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to New Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to New Forest without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 36m and costs £80 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to New Forest?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Leicester to New Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to New Forest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to New Forest train from?

Leicester to New Forest train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to New Forest?

The best way to get from Leicester to New Forest is to bus which takes 6h 33m and costs £35 - £90. Alternatively, you can train via Cheltenham, which costs £60 - £110 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Leicester to New Forest bus arrive?

Leicester to New Forest bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to New Forest train arrive?

Leicester to New Forest train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to New Forest is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Leicester to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 508+ hotels available in New Forest.

Leicester to New Forest - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 51 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Leicester to New Forest by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
3. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Five Alls Courtbus X5
3h 36m
£84–143
Bus, line 51 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hubbus Uk087
2. Take the bus from The Forum to Fleming Waybus 51
6h 51m
£20–32
Bus
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 Fleming Waybus 401 / ...
6h 33m
£35–89
Drive 97.8 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to New Forestcar 97.8 mi
2h 13m
£25–36
Train via Cheltenham
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
4h 55m
£63–101
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 47m
£79–125

Leicester to New Forest by bus

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Distance: 191.6 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Police Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Fleming Way in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leicester to Police Station via Birmingham New Street, Cheltenham Spa, Swindon, and Fleming Way in around 4h 55m.

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