What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham is to bus which costs £3 - £12 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham?

The fastest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham is to train which takes 31 min and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester (Station) and Nottingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Margaret's Bus Station station and arriving at Broad Marsh Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Leicester (Station) and Nottingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester and arriving at Nottingham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham?

The distance between Leicester (Station) and Nottingham is 27 miles. The road distance is 27.8 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £14 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham?

The train from Leicester to Nottingham takes 31 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leicester (Station) to Nottingham bus from?

Leicester (Station) to Nottingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester (Station) to Nottingham train from?

Leicester (Station) to Nottingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham is to train which takes 31 min and costs £14 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £12 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Leicester (Station) to Nottingham bus arrive?

Leicester (Station) to Nottingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester (Station) to Nottingham train arrive?

Leicester (Station) to Nottingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester (Station) to Nottingham is 28 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham?

Book your Leicester (Station) to Nottingham train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham?

Book your Leicester (Station) to Nottingham bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Nottingham?

There are 1786+ hotels available in Nottingham.

Can I share a ride from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leicester (Station) and Nottingham. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Leicester (Station) to Nottingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester (Station) to Nottingham by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
31 min
£14–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
1h 4m
£3–12
Drive 27.6 mi
1. Drive from Leicester (Station) to Nottinghamcar 27.6 mi
36 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester (Station) to Nottinghamtaxi 27.6 mi
36 min
£85–110
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Leicestershire to Nottinghamrideshare 27 mi
1h 7m
£3–6

Leicester (Station) to Nottingham by train

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Distance: 27.3 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Leicester (Station), Leicester, England and Nottingham, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Leicester to Nottingham hourly. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £4–12 and the journey takes 50 min. FlixBus also services this route hourly.

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