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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Halstead is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Halstead is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Halstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Halstead. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Leicester to Halstead?

The distance between Leicester and Halstead is 121 miles. The road distance is 102.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Halstead without a car is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs £24 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Leicester to Halstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Halstead bus from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Halstead?

The best way to get from Leicester to Halstead is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs £24 - £45. Alternatively, you can train via London, which costs £45 - £150 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Leicester to Halstead bus arrive?

Leicester to Halstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Halstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Halstead is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Leicester to Halstead.

Where can I stay near Halstead?

There are 664+ hotels available in Halstead.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Halstead by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Station777
3h 40m
£24–43
Train via London
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras IntlSheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to BraintreeLondon Liverpool Street - Braintree
3h 47m
£46–143
Drive 101.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Halstead101.9 mi
2h 5m
£26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Stansted AirportBirmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
3h 48m
£26–83

Leicester to Halstead by bus

98Weekly Buses

3h 40mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.7 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Halstead, Essex, England?

National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leicester to High Street via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, London Liverpool Street, Braintree, and Bus Interchange in around 3h 47m.

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