What is the cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Leicester is to bus via Naldrett Close which costs £19 - £30 and takes 6h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Sussex to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from West Sussex to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between West Sussex and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from West Sussex station to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Bus Station and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between West Sussex and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from West Sussex to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Billingshurst and arriving at Leicester via East Croydon and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from West Sussex to Leicester?

The distance between West Sussex and Leicester is 147 miles. The road distance is 142.1 miles.

How do I travel from West Sussex to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from West Sussex to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from West Sussex to Leicester?

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from West Sussex to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Sussex to Leicester bus from?

West Sussex to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the West Sussex to Leicester train from?

West Sussex to Leicester train services, operated by Southern, depart from Billingshurst station.

Train or bus from West Sussex to Leicester?

The best way to get from West Sussex to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the West Sussex to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the West Sussex to Leicester train arrive?

West Sussex to Leicester train services, operated by Southern, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from West Sussex to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between West Sussex to Leicester is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from West Sussex to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from West Sussex to Leicester?

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West Sussex to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from West Sussex to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Billingshurst to East Croydontrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 45m
£74–124
Bus via Naldrett Close
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900
6h 46m
£19–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230
6h 8m
£38–88
Drive 141.3 mi
1. Drive from West Sussex to Leicestercar 141.3 mi
2h 43m
£35–50

West Sussex to Leicester by train

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Distance: 146.1 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between West Sussex, England and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Billingshurst to Leicester via East Croydon and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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