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

The cheapest way to get from Winchester to Leicester is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Winchester to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Winchester and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Winchester to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Winchester and arriving at Leicester via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Winchester to Leicester?

The distance between Winchester and Leicester is 168 miles. The road distance is 126.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Winchester to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Winchester to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Winchester to Leicester train from?

Winchester to Leicester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Winchester station.

Where does the Winchester to Leicester train arrive?

Winchester to Leicester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Winchester to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Winchester to Leicester is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Winchester to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 987+ hotels available in Leicester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Winchester to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 38m
£66–117
Drive 126.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Winchester to Leicestercar 126.1 mi
2h 13m
£31–45
Train, bus via Royal Leamington Spa
1. Take the train from Winchester to Leamington Spatrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 148
5h 30m
£52–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Winchester to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
3h 4m
£54–79

Winchester to Leicester by train and bus

112Weekly Services

5h 30mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.5 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Winchester, England and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Winchester to Leicester via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 38m.

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