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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Darlington is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Darlington is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Darlington?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Darlington. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Dolphin Centre via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Darlington?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Darlington via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Leicester to Darlington?

The distance between Leicester and Darlington is 161 miles. The road distance is 147.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Darlington without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Leicester to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Darlington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Darlington train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Darlington?

The best way to get from Leicester to Darlington is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Leicester to Darlington bus arrive?

Leicester to Darlington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Darlington train arrive?

Leicester to Darlington train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Darlington is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Leicester to Darlington.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Darlington?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Darlington?

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Where can I stay near Darlington?

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Leicester to Darlington - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Darlington by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2h 59m
£70–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Dolphin Centrebus 591 / ...
5h 35m
£22–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Haymarket Bus Station to Windsor Streetbus 5A / ...
2. Take the train from Grantham to Darlingtontrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
4h 27m
£45–66
Drive 146.6 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Darlingtoncar 146.6 mi
2h 34m
£37–53

Leicester to Darlington by train

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Distance: 160 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Darlington, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Darlington via Sheffield in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Dolphin Centre via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 5h 35m.

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