What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to West Sussex?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to West Sussex is to bus via Gatwick Airport North Terminal which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to West Sussex?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to West Sussex is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and West Sussex?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to West Sussex station. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Railway Station via North Terminal Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and West Sussex?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to West Sussex. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Billingshurst via London St Pancras Intl and Horsham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Leicester to West Sussex?

The distance between Leicester and West Sussex is 147 miles. The road distance is 144.2 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to West Sussex without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to West Sussex without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to West Sussex?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Leicester to West Sussex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to West Sussex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to West Sussex train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to West Sussex?

The best way to get from Leicester to West Sussex is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Gatwick Airport North Terminal, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Leicester to West Sussex bus arrive?

Leicester to West Sussex bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where does the Leicester to West Sussex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to West Sussex?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to West Sussex is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Leicester to West Sussex.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to West Sussex?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to West Sussex?

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Where can I stay near West Sussex?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to West Sussex 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 St Pancras Intl to Horshamtrain Peterborough - Horsham / ...
3h 21m
£74–122
Bus via Gatwick Airport North Terminal
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus Uk900
5h 55m
£23–38
Drive 143.4 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to West Sussexcar 143.4 mi
2h 37m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to North Terminal Bus Stationbus 230
6h 15m
£35–79

Leicester to West Sussex by train

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3h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.1 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and West Sussex, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Billingshurst via London St Pancras Intl and Horsham in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Gatwick Airport North Terminal every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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