Yes, it is generally safe for visitors.

How far is the station?

It is a 5-minute walk to the city center.

Yes, frequent services from London.

It is more affordable than London.

Westerham

Leicester

Train Driving

Westerham to Leicester

Updated: 28 May 2026

To reach Leicester from Westerham, you should travel to Oxted station, take a train to London, and transfer to St Pancras International. From there, East Midlands Railway operates frequent services to Leicester. The journey covers approximately 200 km and takes about 2.5 to 3 hours. This route is efficient for both business and leisure travelers.

Total Distance: Driving distance 200 km, straight-line air distance 170 km.

Fastest Way

Driving via M1, taking approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.

Cheapest Way

Train booked in advance via EMR website.

Compare Westerham to Leicester Routes

	Train Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	2 hours 45 mins	2 hours 30 mins
Avg Price	35-90 GBP	40 GBP fuel
Operator	East Midlands Railway	Personal Vehicle
Route	Oxted to London, transfer to St Pancras, then to Leicester.	M25, M1 motorway.
Tip	Check for engineering works on weekends before traveling.	The M1 can be congested near Luton; check traffic apps.

Travel Tips

Station Access
Leicester station is centrally located near the shopping district.
Booking
Use split-ticketing sites to save on the London leg.
Traffic
Avoid the M1 during peak hours to save time.
Parking
Use the NCP car parks near the city center.
Navigation
Leicester is very walkable once you arrive.