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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Leicester is to bus via Frimley station which costs £8 - £16 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Leicester?

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

How far is it from Basingstoke to Leicester?

The distance between Basingstoke and Leicester is 150 miles. The road distance is 118 miles.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Leicester bus from?

Basingstoke to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Leicester?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £75 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Leicester bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Leicester is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Basingstoke to Leicester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Basingstoke to Leicester?

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Basingstoke to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Leicester by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to LeicesterLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 45m
£49–121
Bus via Frimley station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Leicester St Margaret's Bus StationUk900
5h 50m
£8–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus StationUk900
3h 59m
£24–70
Drive 117.3 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Leicester117.3 mi
2h 8m
£30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to CoventryBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to St Margaret's Bus Station148
4h 22m
£53–134

Basingstoke to Leicester by train, subway, and foot

438Weekly Services

2h 45mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.7 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Leicester via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to St Margaret's Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 59m.

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