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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Leicester is to bus which costs £18 - £70 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Earl Street and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Maidstone West and arriving at Leicester via Strood and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Leicester?

The distance between Maidstone and Leicester is 142 miles. The road distance is 146.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Maidstone to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Leicester bus from?

Maidstone to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Leicester train from?

Maidstone to Leicester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone West station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Leicester?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £70 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Maidstone to Leicester bus arrive?

Maidstone to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Maidstone to Leicester train arrive?

Maidstone to Leicester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Strood station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Leicester is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Maidstone to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Maidstone to Leicester?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Maidstone to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone West to Stroodtrain
2. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain
2h 30m
£73–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 440 / ...
6h 25m
£18–67
Drive 145.4 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Leicestercar 145.4 mi
2h 29m
£36–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chatham to Lutontrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
6h 3m
£45–108

Maidstone to Leicester by train

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Distance: 141.5 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone West to Leicester via Strood and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Earl Street to St Margaret's Bus Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 6h 25m.

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