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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Horncastle is to bus which costs £12 - £21 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Horncastle is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Horncastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Horncastle. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Jubilee Way via Co-op Store. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Leicester to Horncastle?

The distance between Leicester and Horncastle is 73 miles. The road distance is 71 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Horncastle without a car is to bus which takes 2h 42m and costs £12 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Leicester to Horncastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Horncastle bus from?

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

Where does the Leicester to Horncastle bus arrive?

Leicester to Horncastle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Co-op Store station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Horncastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Horncastle is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Leicester to Horncastle.

Where can I stay near Horncastle?

There are 696+ hotels available in Horncastle.

Leicester to Horncastle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Co-op Storebus 151
2h 42m
£12–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Lincoln Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Jubilee Waybus 56
2h 56m
£29–44
Drive 70.5 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Horncastlecar 70.5 mi
1h 26m
£18–25

Leicester to Horncastle by bus

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2h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 72.9 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Horncastle, Lincolnshire, England?

National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Co-op Store twice daily. Tickets cost £10–17 and the journey takes 2h.

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