What is the cheapest way to get from Stratford (London) to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Stratford (London) to Leicester is to bus which costs £24 - £70 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stratford (London) to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Stratford (London) to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £50 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Stratford (London) and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Stratford (London) 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 17m.

Is there a direct train between Stratford (London) and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Stratford (London) to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Stratford International and arriving at Leicester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Stratford (London) to Leicester?

The distance between Stratford (London) and Leicester is 105 miles. The road distance is 106.1 miles.

How do I travel from Stratford (London) to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Stratford (London) to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £50 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Stratford (London) to Leicester?

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Stratford (London) to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stratford (London) to Leicester bus from?

Stratford (London) to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Stratford City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stratford (London) to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Stratford (London) to Leicester?

The best way to get from Stratford (London) to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £70 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Stratford (London) to Leicester bus arrive?

Stratford (London) to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Stratford (London) to Leicester train arrive?

Stratford (London) to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Stratford (London) to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stratford (London) to Leicester is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Stratford (London) to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Stratford (London) to Leicester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Stratford (London) to Leicester?

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Stratford (London) to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stratford (London) 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 28m
£53–81
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Asdabus Ukn11 / ...
3h 17m
£24–68
Drive 105.5 mi
1. Drive from Stratford (London) to Leicestercar 105.5 mi
2h 5m
£26–37
Bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach Stationbus A9
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
4h 5m
£24–62

Stratford (London) to Leicester by foot and train

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Distance: 104.8 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Stratford (London), 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 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Asda every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £11–19 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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