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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Portsmouth is to bus which costs £25 - £55 and takes 5h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at St Georges Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Leicester to Portsmouth?

The distance between Leicester and Portsmouth is 175 miles. The road distance is 152.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Leicester to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Portsmouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Portsmouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Leicester to Portsmouth is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Leicester to Portsmouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Portsmouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Portsmouth is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Leicester to Portsmouth.

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

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Leicester to Portsmouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Portsmouth 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 Waterloo to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 7m
£84–153
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 St Georges Squarebus 030
5h 39m
£25–52
Drive 151.3 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Portsmouthcar 151.3 mi
2h 44m
£37–54
Train via Sutton
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Portsmouth & Southseatrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 46m
£93–164
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sainsbury'sbus 148
2. Take the train from Leamington Spa to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
7h 4m
£76–119

Leicester to Portsmouth by train, foot, and subway

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3h 7mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.4 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Portsmouth & Southsea via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to St Georges Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 39m.

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