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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Whitstable is to bus which costs £24 - £50 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Whitstable is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Horsebridge via London Victoria and Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Whitstable via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Leicester to Whitstable?

The distance between Leicester and Whitstable is 157 miles. The road distance is 166.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Leicester to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Whitstable bus from?

Leicester to Whitstable bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Leicester to Whitstable is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Leicester to Whitstable bus arrive?

Leicester to Whitstable bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Leicester to Whitstable train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Whitstable is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Leicester to Whitstable.

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

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Whitstable by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Whitstabletrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 15m
£73–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk005 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Long Reachbus 007 / ...
6h 22m
£24–47
Drive 165.5 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Whitstablecar 165.5 mi
2h 48m
£42–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
2. Take the train from Luton to Rainham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
5h 36m
£66–82

Leicester to Whitstable by train

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Distance: 156.4 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Whitstable via London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Horsebridge via London Victoria and Long Reach in around 6h 22m.

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