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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Leicester is to rideshare which costs £10 - £15 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bristol Bus Station station and arriving at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Leicester. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Bristol to Leicester?

The distance between Bristol and Leicester is 129 miles. The road distance is 115.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Leicester without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 2h 36m and costs £70 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Bristol to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Leicester bus from?

Bristol to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Leicester train from?

Bristol to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Leicester?

The best way to get from Bristol to Leicester is to train via Birmingham which takes 2h 36m and costs £70 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £26 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Bristol to Leicester bus arrive?

Bristol to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Bristol to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Leicester is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Bristol to Leicester.

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

Book your Bristol to Leicester train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Bristol to Leicester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 1016+ hotels available in Leicester.

Can I share a ride from Bristol to Leicester?

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

Bristol to Leicester - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
2h 36m
£70–98
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Leicestershirerideshare 115.4 mi
2h 34m
£10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk087
3h 55m
£15–26
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Leicestertrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport
2h 47m
£70–100
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
4h 2m
£25–60
Drive 115.1 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Leicestercar 115.1 mi
2h 12m
£28–41

Bristol to Leicester by train

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Distance: 128.7 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Leicester via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £15–26 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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