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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Southampton is to bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Southampton Central via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Leicester to Southampton?

The distance between Leicester and Southampton is 181 miles. The road distance is 140.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Leicester to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Southampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Southampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Southampton?

The best way to get from Leicester to Southampton is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Leicester to Southampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Southampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Southampton is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Leicester to Southampton.

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

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Southampton 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 Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 58m
£83–157
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 Coach Stationbus 032
5h 12m
£25–51
Drive 140 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Southamptoncar 140 mi
2h 28m
£35–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus X6
2. Take the train from Coventry to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 30m
£74–116
Bus, train via Royal Leamington Spa
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 / ...
5h 59m
£66–96

Leicester to Southampton by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 180 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Southampton Central via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 12m.

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