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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Dale is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Dale is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Dale?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Dale. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Glebelands via Birmingham Coach Station and Picton Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Dale?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Dale. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Milford Haven via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Leicester to Dale?

The distance between Leicester and Dale is 284 miles. The road distance is 216.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Dale without a car is to train via Swansea which takes 7h 39m and costs £150 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Leicester to Dale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Dale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Dale train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Dale?

The best way to get from Leicester to Dale is to train via Swansea which takes 7h 39m and costs £150 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £75 - £170 and takes 10h 17m.

Where does the Leicester to Dale bus arrive?

Leicester to Dale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Dale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Dale?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Dale is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Leicester to Dale.

Where can I stay near Dale?

There are 2697+ hotels available in Dale.

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

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

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Train via Swansea
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
4. Take the train from Swansea to Milford Haventrain
7h 39m
£158–250
Drive 215.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Dalecar 215.3 mi
4h 35m
£53–76
Bus
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 112
10h 17m
£79–166
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Milford Haventrain
8h 23m
£133–235
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Haverfordwest Bus Stationbus T5
10h 35m
£105–163

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Distance: 282.1 mi
Duration: 7h 39m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Dale, Wales?

You can take a train from Leicester to Dale via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway, Swansea, and Milford Haven in around 7h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Dale via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, Picton Place, and Glebelands in around 10h 17m.

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