What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Elephant and Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Elephant and Castle is to bus which costs £22 - £30 and takes 3h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Elephant and Castle?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Elephant and Castle is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £24 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Elephant and Castle. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Elephant & Castle / London Rd via Marble Arch Station / Park Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Elephant and Castle. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Elephant & Castle via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Leicester to Elephant and Castle?

The distance between Leicester and Elephant and Castle is 102 miles. The road distance is 103.7 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Elephant and Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Elephant and Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £24 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Elephant and Castle?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Leicester to Elephant and Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Elephant and Castle bus from?

Leicester to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Elephant and Castle train from?

Leicester to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Elephant and Castle?

The best way to get from Leicester to Elephant and Castle is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £24 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £30 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Leicester to Elephant and Castle bus arrive?

Leicester to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Marble Arch station.

Where does the Leicester to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

Leicester to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Elephant and Castle is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Leicester to Elephant and Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Elephant and Castle?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Elephant and Castle?

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Where can I stay near Elephant and Castle?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Elephant and Castle 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 Leicester to London St Pancras IntlSheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
1h 25m
£25–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Marble Arch440 / ...
3h 8m
£22–30
Drive 103.1 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Elephant and Castle103.1 mi
1h 59m
£26–38
Bus via Asda
1. Take the bus from Asda to London VictoriaUk005 / ...
2. Take the bus from Victoria Coach Station to E & C / Newington CausewayC10
3h 50m

Leicester to Elephant and Castle by train

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1h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 101.5 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intl every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £20–95 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Marble Arch hourly. Tickets cost £20–28 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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