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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Dronfield is to bus and line 43 bus which costs £10 - £21 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Dronfield is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Dronfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Dronfield. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Wreakes Lane Top via Flat Street/FS3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Dronfield?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Dronfield. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Dronfield via Chesterfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Leicester to Dronfield?

The distance between Leicester and Dronfield is 59 miles. The road distance is 58 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Dronfield without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £25 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Leicester to Dronfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Dronfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Dronfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Dronfield?

The best way to get from Leicester to Dronfield is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £25 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 43 bus, which costs £10 - £21 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Leicester to Dronfield bus arrive?

Leicester to Dronfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sheffield Interchange - City Centre station.

Where does the Leicester to Dronfield train arrive?

Leicester to Dronfield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Chesterfield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Dronfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Dronfield is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Leicester to Dronfield.

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

Book your Leicester to Dronfield train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Leicester to Dronfield bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dronfield?

There are 2206+ hotels available in Dronfield.

Leicester to Dronfield - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 43 bus, and car

How to get fromLeicester to Dronfield

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Chesterfieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
1h 29m
£25–38
Bus, line 43 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Sheffield Interchange - City Centrebus Uk900 / ...
2. Take the bus from Flat Street/FS3 to Wreakes Lane Topbus 43
3h 9m
£11–20
Drive 57.7 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Dronfieldcar 57.7 mi
1h 5m
£15–21

Leicester to Dronfield by train

140Weekly Trains

1h 29mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Leicester to Dronfield.

Launch map view

Distance: 58.5 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Leicester to Chesterfield hourly. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Wreakes Lane Top via Sheffield Interchange - City Centre and Flat Street/FS3 in around 3h 9m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.