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

The cheapest way to get from Lewes to Leicester is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lewes to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £30 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Lewes and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Lewes to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Old Steine and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Lewes and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Lewes to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Lewes and arriving at Leicester via East Croydon and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Lewes to Leicester?

The distance between Lewes and Leicester is 152 miles. The road distance is 153.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lewes to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Lewes to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lewes to Leicester bus from?

Lewes to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Old Steine station.

Where do I catch the Lewes to Leicester train from?

Lewes to Leicester train services, operated by Southern, depart from Lewes station.

Train or bus from Lewes to Leicester?

The best way to get from Lewes to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £30 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Lewes to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lewes to Leicester train arrive?

Lewes to Leicester train services, operated by Southern, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from Lewes to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Lewes to Leicester is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Lewes to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lewes 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 Lewes to East Croydontrain
2. Take the train from East Croydon to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain
2h 40m
£33–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900
6h 2m
£18–31
Drive 152.7 mi
1. Drive from Lewes to Leicestercar 152.7 mi
3h 12m
£37–54
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Old Steine to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
6h 38m
£31–69

Lewes to Leicester by train

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.2 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Lewes to Leicester via East Croydon and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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