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

The cheapest way to get from Banbury to Leicester is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banbury to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Banbury and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Banbury to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Parish Church Stand B and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Pool Meadow Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Banbury and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Banbury to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Banbury and arriving at Leicester via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Banbury to Leicester?

The distance between Banbury and Leicester is 55 miles. The road distance is 48.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Banbury to Leicester without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 35m and costs £17 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Banbury to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banbury to Leicester bus from?

Banbury to Leicester bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, depart from Parish Church Stand B station.

Where do I catch the Banbury to Leicester train from?

Banbury to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Banbury station.

Train or bus from Banbury to Leicester?

The best way to get from Banbury to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £20 and takes 2h.

Where does the Banbury to Leicester bus arrive?

Banbury to Leicester bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, arrive at Transport Museum station.

Where does the Banbury to Leicester train arrive?

Banbury to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Banbury to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Banbury to Leicester is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Banbury to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Banbury to Leicester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Banbury to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
1h 35m
£17–25
Drive 48 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Banbury to Leicestercar 48 mi
1h 3m
£12–18
Train
1. Take the train from Banbury to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
2h 12m
£38–57
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Banbury to Leicestertaxi 48 mi
1h 3m
£210–250
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parish Church Stand B to Transport Museumbus X18 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
2h
£13–20

Banbury to Leicester by train and bus

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1h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 55.2 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

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

You can take a train from Banbury to Leicester via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Banbury to St Margaret's Bus Station via Leamington Spa, Parish Church Stand B, Transport Museum, and Pool Meadow Bus Station in around 2h.

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