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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station is to bus which costs £14 - £24 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Cheltenham Racecourse Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Cheltenham Racecourse Station. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Southam Lane via Arle Court Transport Hub and Clarence Parade arrival. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Cheltenham Racecourse Station?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station?

The distance between Leicester and Cheltenham Racecourse Station is 88 miles. The road distance is 71.6 miles.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station?

The best way to get from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £45 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £24 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham Racecourse Station?

There are 1828+ hotels available in Cheltenham Racecourse Station.

Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station - 4 ways to travel via train

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station 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 36m
£48–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Cheltenhambus Uk087
3h 16m
£14–23
Drive 71.2 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Stationcar 71.2 mi
1h 27m
£18–25
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 Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
4h 51m
£21–50

Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station by train, bus, and foot

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2h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 87.6 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Cheltenham Racecourse Station via Birmingham New Street, Cheltenham Spa, Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn, and Racecourse Roundabout in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Cheltenham twice daily. Tickets cost £11–19 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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