What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester is to bus which costs £8 - £45 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Leicester via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Leicester is 118 miles. The road distance is 103.6 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £30 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester train from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester train services, operated by Heathrow Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £30 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £45 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester train services, operated by Heathrow Express, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester?

Book your Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester?

Book your Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

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Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 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 Heathrow Terminal 5 to London PaddingtonHeathrow Terminal 5 - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to LeicesterLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
1h 54m
£33–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to St Margaret's Bus StationUk900
3h 20m
£8–45
Drive 103 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester103 mi
1h 43m
£26–38
Bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Milton Keynes Coachway230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to St Margaret's Bus Station230 / ...
3h 45m
£34–55

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester by foot, train, and subway

438Weekly Services

1h 54mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117.5 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and Leicester, England?

You can take a vehicle from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Leicester via Heathrow Terminal 5, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 1h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to St Margaret's Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £8–16 and the journey takes 3h 20m. National Express also services this route hourly.

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