What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Bishop Auckland?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Bishop Auckland is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Bishop Auckland?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Bishop Auckland is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Bishop Auckland?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Bishop Auckland. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at General Hospital via Asda and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Bishop Auckland?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Bishop Auckland. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Bishop Auckland via Sheffield and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Leicester to Bishop Auckland?

The distance between Leicester and Bishop Auckland is 173 miles. The road distance is 154.7 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Bishop Auckland without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Bishop Auckland without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £85 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Bishop Auckland?

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Leicester to Bishop Auckland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Bishop Auckland bus from?

Leicester to Bishop Auckland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Asda station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Bishop Auckland train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Bishop Auckland?

The best way to get from Leicester to Bishop Auckland is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Leicester to Bishop Auckland bus arrive?

Leicester to Bishop Auckland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Leicester to Bishop Auckland train arrive?

Leicester to Bishop Auckland train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Bishop Auckland?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Bishop Auckland is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Leicester to Bishop Auckland.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Bishop Auckland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Bishop Auckland?

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Where can I stay near Bishop Auckland?

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Leicester to Bishop Auckland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 9m
£88–134
Drive 153.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Bishop Aucklandcar 153.8 mi
2h 43m
£38–54
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Eaglescliffetrain Manchester Victoria - Redcar Central / ...
6h 53m
£52–105
Bus
1. Take the bus from Asda to John Dobson Streetbus Ukx010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to General Hospitalbus X21
7h 13m

Leicester to Bishop Auckland by train

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Distance: 171.8 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Bishop Auckland, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Bishop Auckland via Sheffield and Darlington in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to General Hospital via M&S, Asda, John Dobson Street, and Eldon Square Bus Station in around 7h 13m.

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