What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Cardiff University?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Cardiff University is to bus which costs £29 - £90 and takes 6h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Cardiff University?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Cardiff University is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Birmingham Coach Station and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Leicester to Cardiff University?

The distance between Leicester and Cardiff University is 148 miles. The road distance is 139.3 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Cardiff University without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Cardiff University without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £75 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Cardiff University?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Leicester to Cardiff University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Cardiff University bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Cardiff University train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from Leicester to Cardiff University is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £75 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £90 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Leicester to Cardiff University bus arrive?

Leicester to Cardiff University bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Cardiff University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Cardiff University?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Cardiff University is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Leicester to Cardiff University.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Cardiff University?

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Leicester to Cardiff University - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Cardiff University by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 51m
£76–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus
6h 41m
£30–87
Drive 138.5 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Cardiff Universitycar 138.5 mi
2h 44m
£34–49
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 Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 56m
£61–114

Leicester to Cardiff University by train and foot

102Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147.4 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Cardiff University, Wales?

You can take a train from Leicester to Cardiff University via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Cardiff University via Birmingham Coach Station, Bristol Bus Station, and Cardiff North Road in around 6h 41m.

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