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

The cheapest way to get from Leicestershire to Southampton is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicestershire to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leicestershire and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicestershire to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Oakland Avenue and arriving at Coach Station via St Margaret's Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Leicestershire and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Leicestershire to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Southampton Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Leicestershire to Southampton?

The distance between Leicestershire and Southampton is 189 miles. The road distance is 143 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicestershire to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Leicestershire to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicestershire to Southampton bus from?

Leicestershire to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicestershire to Southampton train from?

Leicestershire to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicestershire to Southampton?

The best way to get from Leicestershire to Southampton is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Leicestershire to Southampton bus arrive?

Leicestershire to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Leicestershire to Southampton train arrive?

Leicestershire to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicestershire to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicestershire to Southampton is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Leicestershire to Southampton.

Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 2048+ hotels available in Southampton.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicestershire to Southampton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 5m
£99–156
Bus
cheapest
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
6h 19m
£35–88
Drive 142.2 mi
1. Drive from Leicestershire to Southamptoncar 142.2 mi
2h 33m
£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 / ...
5h 27m
£75–120
Bus, train via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900
2. Take the train from Woking to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
6h 43m
£36–75

Leicestershire to Southampton by bus and train

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Distance: 187.6 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Oakland Avenue to Southampton Central via Haymarket Bus Station, Rail Station, Leicester, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oakland Avenue to Coach Station via Haymarket Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 19m.

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