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

The cheapest way to get from Caerphilly to Leicester is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caerphilly to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Caerphilly and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Caerphilly to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from South Gate Square and arriving at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via Newport Train Station and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Caerphilly and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Caerphilly to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Caerphilly and arriving at Leicester via Cardiff Central and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Caerphilly to Leicester?

The distance between Caerphilly and Leicester is 156 miles. The road distance is 138.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Caerphilly to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caerphilly to Leicester bus from?

Caerphilly to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newport Train Station.

Where do I catch the Caerphilly to Leicester train from?

Caerphilly to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Caerphilly to Leicester?

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Leicester is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Caerphilly to Leicester bus arrive?

Caerphilly to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Caerphilly to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caerphilly to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Caerphilly to Leicester is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Caerphilly to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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Caerphilly to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Caerphilly to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
4h 28m
£79–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk087
6h 37m
£20–34
Drive 137.7 mi
1. Drive from Caerphilly to Leicestercar 137.7 mi
2h 49m
£34–49
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
7h 16m
£36–87

Caerphilly to Leicester by train

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Distance: 154.7 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Caerphilly, Wales and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Caerphilly to Leicester via Cardiff Central and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Gate Square to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via Newport Train Station and Bristol Bus Station in around 6h 37m.

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