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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Gloucester is to bus which costs £12 - £19 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Gloucester is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Transport Hub via Golden Valley Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Gloucester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester and arriving at Gloucester. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Leicester to Gloucester?

The distance between Leicester and Gloucester is 92 miles. The road distance is 81 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Gloucester without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £40 - £60.

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

The train from Leicester to Gloucester takes 2h 11m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Gloucester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Gloucester train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Gloucester?

The best way to get from Leicester to Gloucester is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £40 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Leicester to Gloucester bus arrive?

Leicester to Gloucester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where does the Leicester to Gloucester train arrive?

Leicester to Gloucester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Gloucester station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Gloucester?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Gloucester is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Leicester to Gloucester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Gloucester?

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Leicester to Gloucester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 10 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Gloucestertrain Leicester - Gloucester
2h 11m
£40–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hubbus Uk087
3h 2m
£12–18
Drive 80.6 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Gloucestercar 80.6 mi
1h 38m
£21–30
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Gloucestertrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 33m
£39–60
Bus, line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Park & Ridebus Cfc
2. Take the bus from Promenade to Great Western Roadbus 94X / ...
3h 52m
£19–28

Leicester to Gloucester by train

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Distance: 91 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Leicester to Gloucester 5 times a week. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 2h 11m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub 4 times a day. Tickets cost £11–17 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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