What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Burton upon Trent?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Burton upon Trent is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Burton upon Trent?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Burton upon Trent is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Burton upon Trent?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Burton upon Trent station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Railway Station via Corporation Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Burton upon Trent?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Burton upon Trent. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Burton-on-Trent via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Leicester to Burton upon Trent?

The distance between Leicester and Burton upon Trent is 40 miles. The road distance is 27.3 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Burton upon Trent without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Burton upon Trent without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs £21 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Burton upon Trent?

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Leicester to Burton upon Trent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Burton upon Trent bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Burton upon Trent train from?

Leicester to Burton upon Trent train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Burton upon Trent?

The best way to get from Leicester to Burton upon Trent is to train which takes 59 min and costs £21 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £25 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Leicester to Burton upon Trent bus arrive?

Leicester to Burton upon Trent bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Burton upon Trent train arrive?

Leicester to Burton upon Trent train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Burton upon Trent?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Burton upon Trent is 27 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Leicester to Burton upon Trent.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Burton upon Trent?

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Burton upon Trent by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Derbytrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Burton-on-Trenttrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
59 min
£21–31
Drive 27.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Burton upon Trentcar 27.2 mi
45 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Corporation Street to Railway Stationbus X38
2h 9m
£9–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester to Burton upon Trenttaxi 27.2 mi
45 min
£85–110
Bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Parkbus Sky
2. Take the bus from Coach Park to The Lord Burtonbus 9
2h 43m

Leicester to Burton upon Trent by train

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Distance: 40.2 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Burton upon Trent, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Burton-on-Trent via Derby in around 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Railway Station via Bus Station and Corporation Street in around 2h 9m.

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