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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Ferndown is to bus via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station which costs £24 - £40 and takes 7h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Ferndown is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Ferndown?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Ferndown. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Church Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Ferndown?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Ferndown. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Bournemouth via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Leicester to Ferndown?

The distance between Leicester and Ferndown is 217 miles. The road distance is 162.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Ferndown without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 29m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Leicester to Ferndown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Ferndown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Ferndown train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Ferndown?

The best way to get from Leicester to Ferndown is to train via London which takes 4h 29m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Leicester to Ferndown bus arrive?

Leicester to Ferndown bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Ferndown train arrive?

Leicester to Ferndown train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Ferndown?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Ferndown is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Leicester to Ferndown.

Where can I stay near Ferndown?

There are 2654+ hotels available in Ferndown.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 29m
£95–174
Bus via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus Uk061
7h 21m
£25–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
6h 24m
£41–98
Drive 161.2 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Ferndowncar 161.2 mi
2h 46m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 45m
£114–161

Leicester to Ferndown by train, foot, subway, and bus

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Distance: 216 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Church Road via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Bournemouth, and Bournemouth Station in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Church Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station in around 6h 24m.

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