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

The cheapest way to get from Cotswolds to Leicester is to bus which costs £13 - £22 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cotswolds to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Cotswolds and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cotswolds to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Combend Farm and arriving at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via Transport Hub and Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Cotswolds and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Cotswolds to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Leicester via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Cotswolds to Leicester?

The distance between Cotswolds and Leicester is 95 miles. The road distance is 78.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cotswolds to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £60 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Cotswolds to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cotswolds to Leicester bus from?

Cotswolds to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Cotswolds to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Cotswolds to Leicester?

The best way to get from Cotswolds to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £60 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £22 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Cotswolds to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cotswolds to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cotswolds to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cotswolds to Leicester is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Cotswolds to Leicester.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 1005+ hotels available in Leicester.

Cotswolds to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 882 bus

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

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Train
best
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 / ...
2h 19m
£61–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk087
4h 42m
£14–21
Drive 78.1 mi
1. Drive from Cotswolds to Leicestercar 78.1 mi
1h 48m
£20–28
Line 882 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Combend Farm to Transport Hub arrivalbus 882
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
3h 57m
£43–64

Cotswolds to Leicester by foot and bus

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Distance: 94.6 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cotswolds to Leicester via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street in around 2h 19m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £10–16 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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