What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Great Shelford?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Great Shelford is to bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Great Shelford?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Great Shelford is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Great Shelford?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Great Shelford. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Woollards Lane via Emmanuel Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Great Shelford?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Great Shelford. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Cambridge via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Leicester to Great Shelford?

The distance between Leicester and Great Shelford is 102 miles. The road distance is 73.9 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Great Shelford without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Great Shelford without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £55 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Great Shelford?

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Leicester to Great Shelford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Great Shelford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Great Shelford train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Great Shelford?

The best way to get from Leicester to Great Shelford is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £55 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Leicester to Great Shelford bus arrive?

Leicester to Great Shelford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Parkside station.

Where does the Leicester to Great Shelford train arrive?

Leicester to Great Shelford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cambridge station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Great Shelford?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Great Shelford is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Leicester to Great Shelford.

Where can I stay near Great Shelford?

There are 843+ hotels available in Great Shelford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Cambridgetrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2h 21m
£55–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Parksidebus 777
2. Take the bus from Emmanuel Street to Woollards Lanebus 7
2h 24m
£15–35
Drive 73.4 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Great Shelfordcar 73.4 mi
1h 23m
£18–26

Leicester to Great Shelford by train and bus

112Weekly Services

2h 21mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101.8 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Great Shelford, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Leicester to Cambridge hourly. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Woollards Lane via Parkside and Emmanuel Street in around 2h 24m.

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