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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Darley Dale is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Darley Dale is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Darley Dale?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Darley Dale. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Whitworth Institute via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Darley Dale?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Darley Dale. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Matlock via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Leicester to Darley Dale?

The distance between Leicester and Darley Dale is 49 miles. The road distance is 50.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Darley Dale without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £26 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Leicester to Darley Dale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Darley Dale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Darley Dale train from?

Leicester to Darley Dale train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Darley Dale?

The best way to get from Leicester to Darley Dale is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £26 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £28 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Leicester to Darley Dale bus arrive?

Leicester to Darley Dale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Darley Dale train arrive?

Leicester to Darley Dale train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Darley Dale?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Darley Dale is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Leicester to Darley Dale.

Where can I stay near Darley Dale?

There are 2234+ hotels available in Darley Dale.

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There are 3 ways to get from Leicester to Darley Dale by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Derbytrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Matlocktrain Lincoln Central - Matlock / ...
2h 8m
£26–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Whitworth Institutebus 6.1
3h 16m
£10–28
Drive 50.2 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Darley Dalecar 50.2 mi
1h 8m
£13–18

Leicester to Darley Dale by train and bus

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Distance: 48.4 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Whitworth Institute via Derby, Matlock, and Bakewell Road Bus Station in around 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Whitworth Institute via Bus Station in around 3h 16m.

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