What is the cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Leicester is to bus which costs £19 - £50 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Paddington to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from London Paddington to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £50 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from London Paddington station to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Golders Green Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Paddington and arriving at Leicester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from London Paddington to Leicester?

The distance between London Paddington and Leicester is 102 miles. The road distance is 100.2 miles.

How do I travel from London Paddington to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £50 - £85.

How long does it take to get from London Paddington to Leicester?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from London Paddington to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Leicester bus from?

London Paddington to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Paddington Station.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Leicester train from?

London Paddington to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from London Paddington to Leicester?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £50 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the London Paddington to Leicester bus arrive?

London Paddington to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Golders Green Station.

Where does the London Paddington to Leicester train arrive?

London Paddington to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from London Paddington to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington to Leicester is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from London Paddington to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from London Paddington to Leicester?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
1h 25m
£52–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paddington Station to Golders Green Stationbus A6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 440
3h 55m
£19–47
Drive 99.6 mi
1. Drive from London Paddington to Leicestercar 99.6 mi
1h 49m
£25–35

London Paddington to Leicester by bus

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Distance: 101.3 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between London Paddington, England and Leicester, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicester every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paddington Station to St Margaret's Bus Station via Golders Green Station in around 3h 55m.

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