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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Leicester is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Leicester via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Reading to Leicester?

The distance between Reading and Leicester is 138 miles. The road distance is 101.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Reading to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Leicester bus from?

Reading to Leicester bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Leicester train from?

Reading to Leicester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Leicester?

The best way to get from Reading to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Reading to Leicester bus arrive?

Reading to Leicester bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Leicester train arrive?

Reading to Leicester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Leicester is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Reading to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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Reading to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Reading 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 Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 7m
£34–131
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus X6
2h 56m
£24–164
Drive 100.6 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Leicestercar 100.6 mi
1h 57m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
4h 30m
£37–73
Bus via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900
5h
£34–45

Reading to Leicester by train and subway

448Weekly Services

2h 7mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Leicester.

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Distance: 137 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Leicester via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to St Margaret's Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 30m.

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