What is the cheapest way to get from Russell Square to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Russell Square to Leicester is to bus which costs £7 - £18 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Russell Square to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Russell Square to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £20 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Russell Square and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Russell Square to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Museum Street and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Russell Square and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London St Pancras Intl and arriving at Leicester. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Russell Square to Leicester?

The distance between Russell Square and Leicester is 99 miles. The road distance is 101.4 miles.

How do I travel from Russell Square to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Russell Square to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £20 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Russell Square to Leicester?

The train from London St Pancras International to Leicester takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Russell Square to Leicester bus from?

Russell Square to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Russell Square to Leicester train from?

Russell Square to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Russell Square to Leicester?

The best way to get from Russell Square to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £20 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £18 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Russell Square to Leicester bus arrive?

Russell Square to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Russell Square to Leicester train arrive?

Russell Square to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Russell Square to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Russell Square to Leicester is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Russell Square to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Russell Square to Leicester?

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 990+ hotels available in Leicester.

Can I share a ride from Russell Square to Leicester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Russell Square and Leicester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Russell Square to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 4 ways to get from Russell Square to Leicester by train, bus, rideshare, 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 London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
1h 3m
£20–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 440 / ...
3h 58m
£7–18
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from London to Leicestershirerideshare 101.7 mi
2h 14m
£9–16
Drive 100.8 mi
1. Drive from Russell Square to Leicestercar 100.8 mi
1h 54m
£25–36

Russell Square to Leicester by train

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Distance: 98.5 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Russell Square, England and Leicester, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicester every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £20–90 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to St Margaret's Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–15 and the journey takes 3h 5m. FlixBus also services this route every 2 hours.

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