What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Ironbridge Gorge?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Ironbridge Gorge. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Abraham Darby School via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge?

The distance between Leicester and Ironbridge Gorge is 84 miles. The road distance is 66.1 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge without a car is to train and line 4 bus which takes 3h 1m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge bus from?

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

Where does the Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge bus arrive?

Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge.

Where can I stay near Ironbridge Gorge?

There are 1126+ hotels available in Ironbridge Gorge.

Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge - 3 ways to travel via train, line 4 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 4 bus
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wellington (Shropshire)train
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Abraham Darby Schoolbus 4 / ...
3h 1m
£33–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
4h 11m
£16–39
Drive 65.7 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Ironbridge Gorgecar 65.7 mi
1h 30m
£16–24

Leicester to Ironbridge Gorge by train, bus, and foot

229Weekly Services

3h 1mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.9 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Ironbridge Gorge, England?

You can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Ironbridge Gorge via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Abraham Darby School in around 4h 11m.

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