What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse is to bus which costs £14 - £25 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Cheltenham Racecourse?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Cheltenham Racecourse. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Racecourse Park & Ride via Arle Court Transport Hub and Clarence Parade arrival. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Cheltenham Racecourse?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse?

The distance between Leicester and Cheltenham Racecourse is 88 miles. The road distance is 72.5 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £45 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse train from?

Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse?

The best way to get from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £45 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £25 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse bus arrive?

Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cheltenham station.

Where does the Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham Racecourse?

There are 1827+ hotels available in Cheltenham Racecourse.

Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse 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 Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 33m
£48–68
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Cheltenhambus Uk087
3h 7m
£15–24
Drive 72 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecoursecar 72 mi
1h 31m
£18–26

Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse by train, bus, and foot

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2h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 87.8 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Cheltenham Racecourse, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse via Birmingham New Street, Cheltenham Spa, Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn, and Racecourse Park & Ride in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Cheltenham twice daily. Tickets cost £11–20 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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