What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to University of Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to University of Leicester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to University of Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to University of Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and University of Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to University of Leicester. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at University via Birmingham Coach Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and University of Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to University of Leicester. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Leicester via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Cardiff to University of Leicester?

The distance between Cardiff and University of Leicester is 149 miles. The road distance is 140.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to University of Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to University of Leicester without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £75 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to University of Leicester?

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Cardiff to University of Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to University of Leicester bus from?

Cardiff to University of Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to University of Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to University of Leicester?

The best way to get from Cardiff to University of Leicester is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff to University of Leicester bus arrive?

Cardiff to University of Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to University of Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to University of Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to University of Leicester is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Cardiff to University of Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to University of Leicester?

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Cardiff to University of Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to University of 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 / ...
3h 35m
£79–111
Drive 139.3 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to University of Leicestercar 139.3 mi
2h 44m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
6h 19m
£35–85
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
4h 54m
£61–116

Cardiff to University of Leicester by train and foot

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3h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147.8 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and University of Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to University of Leicester via Birmingham New Street and Leicester in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to University of Leicester via Birmingham Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Haymarket Bus Station, and University in around 6h 19m.

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