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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Carlton is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Carlton is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Carlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Carlton. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Carlton Square via King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Carlton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester and arriving at Carlton. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Leicester to Carlton?

The distance between Leicester and Carlton is 31 miles. The road distance is 28.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Carlton without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs £15 - £23.

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

The train from Leicester to Carlton takes 1h including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Carlton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Carlton train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Carlton?

The best way to get from Leicester to Carlton is to train which takes 1h and costs £15 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus and line 25 bus, which costs and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Leicester to Carlton bus arrive?

Leicester to Carlton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Carlton train arrive?

Leicester to Carlton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Carlton station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Carlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Carlton is 28 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Leicester to Carlton.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlton?

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Leicester to Carlton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 25 bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Leicester to Carlton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Carltontrain Leicester - Lincoln Central
1h
£15–23
Drive 28 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Carltoncar 28 mi
39 min
£7–10
Bus, line 25 bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from King Street to Carlton Squarebus 25B / ...
1h 25m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester to Carltontaxi 28 mi
39 min
£85–110
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
1h 16m
£15–24
Bus, line 45 bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Collin Street to Carlton Squarebus 45
1h 45m

Leicester to Carlton by train

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Distance: 30.6 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Carlton, Nottinghamshire, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Leicester to Carlton 6 times a week. Tickets cost £15–23 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Carlton Square via Broad Marsh Bus Station and King Street in around 1h 25m.

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