What is the cheapest way to get from Burton upon Trent to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Burton upon Trent to Leicester is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Burton upon Trent to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Burton upon Trent to Leicester is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Burton upon Trent and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Burton upon Trent to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from New Street and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Burton upon Trent and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Burton upon Trent to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Burton-on-Trent and arriving at Leicester via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Burton upon Trent to Leicester?

The distance between Burton upon Trent and Leicester is 40 miles. The road distance is 27.4 miles.

How do I travel from Burton upon Trent to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Burton upon Trent to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £21 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Burton upon Trent to Leicester?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Burton upon Trent to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burton upon Trent to Leicester bus from?

Burton upon Trent to Leicester bus services, operated by Diamond Bus Ltd, depart from New Street station.

Where do I catch the Burton upon Trent to Leicester train from?

Burton upon Trent to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Burton-on-Trent station.

Train or bus from Burton upon Trent to Leicester?

The best way to get from Burton upon Trent to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £21 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 9 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Burton upon Trent to Leicester bus arrive?

Burton upon Trent to Leicester bus services, operated by Diamond Bus Ltd, arrive at Coach Park station.

Where does the Burton upon Trent to Leicester train arrive?

Burton upon Trent to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Burton upon Trent to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Burton upon Trent to Leicester is 27 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Burton upon Trent to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Burton upon Trent to Leicester?

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Burton upon Trent to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 9 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Burton upon Trent to Leicester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Burton-on-Trent to Derbytrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Leicestertrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
1h 4m
£21–30
Drive 27.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burton upon Trent to Leicestercar 27.2 mi
45 min
£7–10
Line 9 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from New Street to Coach Parkbus 9
2. Take the bus from Coach Park to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Sky
2h 11m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burton upon Trent to Leicestertaxi 27.2 mi
45 min
£85–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from de Ferrers Sixth Form to Bus Stationbus V1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Sky
2h 54m
£9–23

Burton upon Trent to Leicester by train

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Distance: 40.2 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Burton upon Trent, England and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Burton-on-Trent to Leicester via Derby in around 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Street to St Margaret's Bus Station via Coach Park in around 2h 11m.

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