What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Castle Howard?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Castle Howard is to bus via M&S which costs £15 - £25 and takes 6h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Castle Howard?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Castle Howard is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Castle Howard?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Castle Howard. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Castle Howard via Leeds City Bus Station and Rougier Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Castle Howard?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Castle Howard. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Malton via Sheffield and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Leicester to Castle Howard?

The distance between Leicester and Castle Howard is 143 miles. The road distance is 119.7 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Castle Howard without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Castle Howard without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 10m and costs £55 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Castle Howard?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Leicester to Castle Howard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Castle Howard bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Castle Howard train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Castle Howard?

The best way to get from Leicester to Castle Howard is to bus which takes 6h 33m and costs £23 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £100 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Leicester to Castle Howard bus arrive?

Leicester to Castle Howard bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Castle Howard train arrive?

Leicester to Castle Howard train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Castle Howard?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Castle Howard is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Leicester to Castle Howard.

Where can I stay near Castle Howard?

There are 1936+ hotels available in Castle Howard.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Castle Howardbus 81 / ...
4h 10m
£55–85
Bus via M&S
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Rougier Streetbus 843 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rougier Street to Castle Howardbus 81 / ...
6h 49m
£16–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Rougier Streetbus 843 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rougier Street to Castle Howardbus 81 / ...
6h 33m
£24–51
Drive 119 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Castle Howardcar 119 mi
2h 19m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 43m
£62–97

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Distance: 141.9 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Castle Howard, England?

You can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Castle Howard via Leeds City Bus Station and Rougier Street in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leicester to Castle Howard via Sheffield, York, Malton, and Bus Station Stand 3 in around 4h 43m.

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