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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Leicestershire?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Leicestershire. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Oakland Avenue via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Leicestershire?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Leicestershire. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Leicester via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Southampton to Leicestershire?

The distance between Southampton and Leicestershire is 159 miles. The road distance is 142.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Leicestershire without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 10m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Southampton to Leicestershire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Leicestershire bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Leicestershire train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Leicestershire?

The best way to get from Southampton to Leicestershire is to bus which takes 5h 44m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £150 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Southampton to Leicestershire bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Leicestershire train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Leicestershire?

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

Where can I stay near Leicestershire?

There are 1005+ hotels available in Leicestershire.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
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
4h 10m
£78–115
Bus
cheapest
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 44m
£35–83
Drive 142 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Leicestershirecar 142 mi
2h 33m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
4h 38m
£105–147
Train, bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Wokingtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900
5h 56m
£36–75

Southampton to Leicestershire by train and bus

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4h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 157.7 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Coach Station to Oakland Avenue via Heathrow Central Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Southampton Central to Rushey Mead School via Birmingham New Street, Leicester, Welford Place, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 4h 38m.

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