What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Leicester is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton Central Station and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton Central Station station to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton Central Station and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton Central Station to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Leicester via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Southampton Central Station to Leicester?

The distance between Southampton Central Station and Leicester is 181 miles. The road distance is 140.7 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton Central Station to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton Central Station to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £80 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Southampton Central Station to Leicester?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Southampton Central Station to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton Central Station to Leicester bus from?

Southampton Central Station to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton Central Station to Leicester train from?

Southampton Central Station to Leicester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton Central Station to Leicester?

The best way to get from Southampton Central Station to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Coach Station, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Southampton Central Station to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton Central Station to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton Central Station to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton Central Station to Leicester is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Southampton Central Station to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton Central Station to Leicester?

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Southampton Central Station to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton Central Station to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 55m
£84–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900
5h 50m
£20–32
Bus via Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
5h 25m
£34–86
Drive 139.8 mi
1. Drive from Southampton Central Station to Leicestercar 139.8 mi
2h 28m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus X6
3h 52m
£76–111

Southampton Central Station to Leicester by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 180 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Southampton Central Station, England and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Leicester via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Southampton Central Station to St Margaret's Bus Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 25m.

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