Chichester to Leicester: Road Trip Guide & Distance

125.3 miles 201.7 km · straight line
159.3 miles actual route 256.3 km · driving distance
3h 11min estimated drive time
£24 - £30 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
353° N bearing direction

How far is Chichester from Leicester?

The distance from Chichester to Leicester is 125.3 miles (201.7 km) as the crow flies. Leicester is located N of Chichester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 159.3 miles, taking about 3h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chichester and Leicester. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Chichester to Leicester

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 11min £24 - £30 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 49min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $19–$56* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chichester & Leicester

Quick Facts

Chichester
50.84°N, 0.78°W
Europe/London
20m elevation
Leicester
52.64°N, 1.14°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 198.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM