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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Stansted is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Stansted is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £80 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Ebbsfleet International via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Leicester to Stansted?

The distance between Leicester and Stansted is 131 miles. The road distance is 127.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Leicester to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Stansted train from?

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

Where does the Leicester to Stansted train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Stansted is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Leicester to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 17070+ hotels available in Stansted.

Leicester to Stansted - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 223 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Leicester to Stansted by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
1h 52m
£82–123
Drive 126.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Stanstedcar 126.4 mi
2h 37m
£31–45
Train, line 223 bus
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Barrack Row to Labour-in-Vain Roadbus 223
3h 25m

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Distance: 129.8 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intl every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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