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

The cheapest way to get from Stansted to Leicester is to train and bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stansted to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £80 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Stansted and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Stansted to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Ebbsfleet International and arriving at Leicester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Stansted to Leicester?

The distance between Stansted and Leicester is 131 miles. The road distance is 127.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stansted to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Stansted to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Leicester train from?

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

Where does the Stansted to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stansted to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stansted to Leicester is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Stansted to Leicester.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 1019+ hotels available in Leicester.

Stansted to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 223 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Stansted to Leicester by train, bus, 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 52m
£82–124
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Borough Green & Wrotham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leicesterbus Uk005 / ...
5h 18m
£27–51
Drive 126.7 mi
1. Drive from Stansted to Leicestercar 126.7 mi
2h 38m
£31–45
Line 223 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Labour-in-Vain Road to Barrack Rowbus 223
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 30m

Stansted to Leicester by bus, train, and foot

10Weekly Services

5h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 129.7 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Stansted, 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.

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