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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Bakewell is to bus which costs £10 - £21 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Bakewell is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Matlock Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Leicester to Bakewell?

The distance between Leicester and Bakewell is 55 miles. The road distance is 56.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Bakewell without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 31m and costs £23 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Leicester to Bakewell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Bakewell bus from?

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

Where does the Leicester to Bakewell bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Bakewell?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Bakewell is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Leicester to Bakewell.

Where can I stay near Bakewell?

There are 2682+ hotels available in Bakewell.

Leicester to Bakewell - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Leicester to Bakewell by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Derbytrain
2. Take the train from Derby to Matlocktrain
3. Take the bus from Bakewell Road Bus Station to Matlock Streetbus 6.1
2h 31m
£23–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Matlock Streetbus 6.1
3h 31m
£11–21
Drive 56.4 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Bakewellcar 56.4 mi
1h 15m
£14–20

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Distance: 54.8 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Matlock Street via Bus Station in around 3h 31m.

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