What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge is to bus and line 376 bus which costs £19 - £30 and takes 6h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Cheddar Gorge?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Cheddar Gorge. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Tweentown via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Cheddar Gorge?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge?

The distance between Leicester and Cheddar Gorge is 148 miles. The road distance is 133.7 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £130 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Cheddar Gorge bus from?

Leicester to Cheddar Gorge bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Cheddar Gorge train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge?

The best way to get from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £130 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus and line 376 bus, which costs £19 - £30 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Leicester to Cheddar Gorge bus arrive?

Leicester to Cheddar Gorge bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Cheddar Gorge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Cheddar Gorge is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge.

Where can I stay near Cheddar Gorge?

There are 2537+ hotels available in Cheddar Gorge.

Leicester to Cheddar Gorge - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 376 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge 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 Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 21m
£138–186
Bus, line 376 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk087
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
6h 26m
£19–30
Drive 132.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Cheddar Gorgecar 132.9 mi
2h 41m
£33–48
Train, line 126 bus
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the bus from Station Approach to Tweentownbus 126
5h 32m
£68–105
Bus, line 376 bus via Birmingham
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 Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
6h 54m
£26–42

Leicester to Cheddar Gorge by bus and foot

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6h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Cheddar Gorge, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Cheddar Gorge via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Cheddar Gorge via Bristol Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Tweentown in around 6h 26m.

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