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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Paddington is to bus which costs £18 - £40 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Paddington is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Paddington?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Paddington station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace via Marble Arch Station / Park Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Paddington?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Paddington. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Paddington via King's Cross St. Pancras station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Leicester to Paddington?

The distance between Leicester and Paddington is 102 miles. The road distance is 99.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Paddington without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £45 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Leicester to Paddington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Paddington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Paddington train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Paddington?

The best way to get from Leicester to Paddington is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £45 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £40 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Leicester to Paddington bus arrive?

Leicester to Paddington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Marble Arch station.

Where does the Leicester to Paddington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Paddington?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Paddington is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Leicester to Paddington.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Paddington?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Paddington 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 21m
£46–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Marble Archbus 440 / ...
3h 2m
£18–37
Drive 99.3 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Paddingtoncar 99.3 mi
1h 49m
£25–37
Bus via Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900 / ...
3h 4m
£24–53

Leicester to Paddington by train and subway

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Distance: 101.2 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intl every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Marble Arch hourly. Tickets cost £17–27 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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