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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Leicester is to bus which costs £12 - £21 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Park & Ride and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Leicester. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Leicester?

The distance between Cheltenham and Leicester is 85 miles. The road distance is 74 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £35 - £55.

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

The train from Cheltenham Spa to Leicester takes 1h 54m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Leicester bus from?

Cheltenham to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Leicester?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £21 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Leicester bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Leicester train arrive?

Cheltenham to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Leicester is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Cheltenham to Leicester.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Leicestertrain Cardiff Central - Leicester / ...
1h 54m
£35–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Cfc
2h 35m
£12–21
Drive 73.5 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Leicestercar 73.5 mi
1h 32m
£19–27
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
1h 58m
£37–55

Cheltenham to Leicester by train

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Distance: 84.5 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Leicester once daily. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park & Ride to St Margaret's Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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