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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Leicester is to train and bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Leicester via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Leicester?

The distance between Portsmouth and Leicester is 175 miles. The road distance is 153.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Portsmouth to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Leicester bus from?

Portsmouth to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Leicester train from?

Portsmouth to Leicester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train, bus or fly from Portsmouth to Leicester?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Leicester is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 27m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £240 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Leicester bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Leicester train arrive?

Portsmouth to Leicester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Leicester is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Portsmouth to Leicester.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
3h 7m
£82–151
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Wokingtrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900
5h 55m
£33–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
5h 27m
£34–80
Drive 152.2 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Leicestercar 152.2 mi
2h 45m
£37–54
Fly
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane SOU - EMA
6h 46m
£93–236

Portsmouth to Leicester by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 174.4 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Leicester via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to St Margaret's Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 27m.

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