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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Alfreton is to bus and line 1 bus which costs £8 - £19 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Alfreton is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Alfreton?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Alfreton. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Ellesmere Avenue via Corporation Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Alfreton?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Alfreton. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Alfreton via Chesterfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Leicester to Alfreton?

The distance between Leicester and Alfreton is 64 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Alfreton without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Leicester to Alfreton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Alfreton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Alfreton train from?

Leicester to Alfreton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Alfreton?

The best way to get from Leicester to Alfreton is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £26 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Leicester to Alfreton bus arrive?

Leicester to Alfreton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Alfreton train arrive?

Leicester to Alfreton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Chesterfield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Alfreton?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Alfreton is 42 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Leicester to Alfreton.

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

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Where can I stay near Alfreton?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Chesterfieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
1h 20m
£32–48
Bus, line 1 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Burton Street to Ellesmere Avenuebus 1
2h 28m
£8–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Corporation Street to Ellesmere Avenuebus H1 / ...
2h 23m
£9–26
Drive 42 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Alfretoncar 42 mi
48 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester to Alfretontaxi 42 mi
48 min
£130–160

Leicester to Alfreton by train

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 63.3 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Leicester to Chesterfield hourly. Tickets cost £27–45 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Ellesmere Avenue via Bus Station and Corporation Street in around 2h 23m.

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