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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Lewes is to bus which costs £17 - £30 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Lewes is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Lewes?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Lewes. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Royal Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Lewes?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Lewes via London St Pancras Intl and East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Leicester to Lewes?

The distance between Leicester and Lewes is 152 miles. The road distance is 152.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Lewes without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Leicester to Lewes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Lewes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Lewes train from?

Leicester to Lewes train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Lewes?

The best way to get from Leicester to Lewes is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £30 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Leicester to Lewes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Lewes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Lewes?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Lewes is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Leicester to Lewes.

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

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Where can I stay near Lewes?

There are 2003+ hotels available in Lewes.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Lewes 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 Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to East Croydontrain
3. Take the train from East Croydon to Lewestrain
2h 44m
£42–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk900
5h 16m
£18–30
Drive 152 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Lewescar 152 mi
3h 12m
£37–53
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Old Steinebus 025
6h 15m
£31–67

Leicester to Lewes by train

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2h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.2 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Lewes via London St Pancras Intl and East Croydon in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Gatwick Airport South Terminal every 2 hours. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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