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

The cheapest way to get from Southwark to Leicester is to rideshare which costs £9 - £16 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southwark to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Southwark and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Southwark to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Finchley Road / O2 Centre and arriving at St Peter's Lane via M&S. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Southwark and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Southwark to Leicester. However, there are services departing from London Blackfriars and arriving at Leicester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Southwark to Leicester?

The distance between Southwark and Leicester is 101 miles. The road distance is 103.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southwark to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £50 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Southwark to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southwark to Leicester bus from?

Southwark to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Southwark to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Southwark to Leicester?

The best way to get from Southwark to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £50 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Southwark to Leicester bus arrive?

Southwark to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Southwark to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southwark to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Southwark to Leicester is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Southwark to Leicester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southwark to Leicester?

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 1016+ hotels available in Leicester.

Can I share a ride from Southwark to Leicester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Southwark and Leicester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Southwark to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Southwark to Leicester by train, bus, rideshare, 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 23m
£51–77
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Leicestershirerideshare 101.7 mi
2h 14m
£9–16
Bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Asdabus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from M&S to St Peter's Lanebus 18
3h 23m
£17–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 440 / ...
3h 55m
£13–51
Drive 102.9 mi
1. Drive from Southwark to Leicestercar 102.9 mi
2h 2m
£26–37

Southwark to Leicester by train

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Distance: 100.3 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Southwark, 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 4m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Southwark station to St Peter's Lane via Finchley Road station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Asda, and M&S in around 3h 23m.

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