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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Dawlish is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Dawlish is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Lanherne via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Dawlish via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Leicester to Dawlish?

The distance between Leicester and Dawlish is 217 miles. The road distance is 196.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Dawlish without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Leicester to Dawlish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Dawlish bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Dawlish train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Dawlish?

The best way to get from Leicester to Dawlish is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Leicester to Dawlish bus arrive?

Leicester to Dawlish bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Exeter station.

Where does the Leicester to Dawlish train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Dawlish is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Leicester to Dawlish.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Dawlish?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Dawlish 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 Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 53m
£117–171
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087
7h 22m
£27–45
Drive 195.3 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Dawlishcar 195.3 mi
3h 34m
£48–69
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 Bampfylde Streetbus 104 / ...
8h 17m
£41–99

Leicester to Dawlish by train

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Distance: 216 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Dawlish via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Exeter twice daily. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 6h 15m.

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