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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Bridgend is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Bridgend is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Sarn Odeon via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Bridgend via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Leicester to Bridgend?

The distance between Leicester and Bridgend is 177 miles. The road distance is 154.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £70 - £130.

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

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Bridgend bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Bridgend train from?

Leicester to Bridgend train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Leicester to Bridgend is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Leicester to Bridgend bus arrive?

Leicester to Bridgend bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Leicester to Bridgend train arrive?

Leicester to Bridgend train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Bridgend is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Leicester to Bridgend.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Bridgend?

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Where can I stay near Bridgend?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain
4h 9m
£70–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
4h 42m
£25–43
Drive 153.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Bridgendcar 153.9 mi
2h 58m
£39–56
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bridgendtrain
4h 22m
£67–115
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Bridgendtrain
5h 37m
£58–111

Leicester to Bridgend by train

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4h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 176.2 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Bridgend, Wales?

You can take a train from Leicester to Bridgend via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sophia Gardens twice a week. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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