What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Leicester is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Black Boy PH and Airport Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Leicester via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Leicester?

The distance between Watford Junction and Leicester is 117 miles. The road distance is 85.4 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £50 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Leicester?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Watford Junction to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Leicester bus from?

Watford Junction to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Airport Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Leicester train from?

Watford Junction to Leicester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Leicester?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £50 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Watford Junction to Leicester train arrive?

Watford Junction to Leicester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Leicester is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Watford Junction to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Leicester?

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Watford Junction to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Watford Junction to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to London Eustontrain Milton Keynes Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
1h 46m
£54–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3h 12m
£19–47
Drive 84.9 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Leicestercar 84.9 mi
1h 29m
£22–31
Line 321 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Luton Station Interchangebus 321
2. Take the train from Luton to Ketteringtrain
3. Take the train from Kettering to Leicestertrain
3h 15m
£37–53

Watford Junction to Leicester by train and foot

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Distance: 116.4 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Leicester via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 1h 46m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Airport Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £14–35 and the journey takes 2h.

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