What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Gower Peninsula?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Gower Peninsula is to bus via Birmingham which costs £25 - £40 and takes 10h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Gower Peninsula?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Gower Peninsula is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Gower Peninsula?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Gower Peninsula. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Cillibion Saw Mill via Sophia Gardens and Swansea Bus Station Stand T. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Gower Peninsula?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Gower Peninsula. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Swansea via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Leicester to Gower Peninsula?

The distance between Leicester and Gower Peninsula is 213 miles. The road distance is 174.8 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Gower Peninsula without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Gower Peninsula without a car is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs £85 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Gower Peninsula?

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Leicester to Gower Peninsula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Gower Peninsula bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Gower Peninsula train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Gower Peninsula?

The best way to get from Leicester to Gower Peninsula is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Leicester to Gower Peninsula bus arrive?

Leicester to Gower Peninsula bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Leicester to Gower Peninsula train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Gower Peninsula?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Gower Peninsula is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Leicester to Gower Peninsula.

Where can I stay near Gower Peninsula?

There are 1320+ hotels available in Gower Peninsula.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
6h 31m
£87–148
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sainsbury'sbus 148
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
10h 45m
£25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
6h 51m
£33–57
Drive 173.8 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Gower Peninsulacar 173.8 mi
3h 32m
£43–62
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swanseatrain
6h 39m
£81–143

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Distance: 211.8 mi
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Gower Peninsula, Wales?

You can take a train from Leicester to Cillibion Saw Mill via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway, Swansea, and Swansea Bus Station Stand T in around 6h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Cillibion Saw Mill via Sophia Gardens, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea Bus Station Stand T in around 6h 51m.

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