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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Southampton Central Station is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 45m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Southampton Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Southampton Central Station station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Southampton Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Southampton Central Station. 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 57m.

How far is it from Leicester to Southampton Central Station?

The distance between Leicester and Southampton Central Station is 181 miles. The road distance is 140.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Southampton Central Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Leicester to Southampton Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Southampton Central Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Southampton Central Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Southampton Central Station?

The best way to get from Leicester to Southampton Central Station is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Coach Station, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Leicester to Southampton Central Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Southampton Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Southampton Central Station?

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

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

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

Book your Leicester to Southampton Central Station bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Southampton Central Station?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Southampton Central Station 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 57m
£82–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central Stationbus Uk061
5h 45m
£19–33
Bus via Coach Station
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 Coach Stationbus 032
5h 32m
£34–85
Drive 139.8 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Southampton Central Stationcar 139.8 mi
2h 28m
£34–49
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 28m
£74–111

Leicester to Southampton Central Station by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 180 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Southampton Central Station, 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 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Southampton Central Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 5h 32m.

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