What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Leicester is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands to Leicester is to taxi and train which takes 27 min and costs £19 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands to Leicester. However, there are services departing from College of Further Education and arriving at Orchard Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from East Midlands to Leicester?

The distance between East Midlands and Leicester is 19 miles. The road distance is 20.5 miles.

How do I travel from East Midlands to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from East Midlands to Leicester without a car is to taxi and train which takes 27 min and costs £19 - £27.

How long does it take to get from East Midlands to Leicester?

It takes approximately 27 min to get from East Midlands to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Midlands to Leicester bus from?

East Midlands to Leicester bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from College of Further Education station.

Where does the East Midlands to Leicester bus arrive?

East Midlands to Leicester bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Orchard Street station.

Can I drive from East Midlands to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands to Leicester is 21 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from East Midlands to Leicester.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

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East Midlands to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from East Midlands to Leicester by taxi, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from East Midlands to Melton Mowbraytaxi
2. Take the train from Melton Mowbray to Leicestertrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
27 min
£19–26
Drive 20.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Midlands to Leicestercar 20.4 mi
29 min
£5–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from College of Further Education to Orchard Streetbus 5A / ...
1h 13m
£13–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from East Midlands to Leicestertaxi 20.4 mi
29 min
£65–80
Bus via Haymarket Bus Station
1. Take the bus from College of Further Education to Haymarket Bus Stationbus 5A / ...
1h 15m
£13–17

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Distance: 19.2 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between East Midlands, England and Leicester, England?

Arriva UK operates a bus from College of Further Education to Orchard Street hourly. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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