What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Kirkby Stephen?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Kirkby Stephen?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Costa Coffee via Birmingham Coach Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Kirkby Stephen via Sheffield and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Leicester to Kirkby Stephen?

The distance between Leicester and Kirkby Stephen is 176 miles. The road distance is 170 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Kirkby Stephen without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Kirkby Stephen without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 5h 49m and costs £75 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Kirkby Stephen?

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Leicester to Kirkby Stephen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Kirkby Stephen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Kirkby Stephen train from?

Leicester to Kirkby Stephen train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Kirkby Stephen?

The best way to get from Leicester to Kirkby Stephen is to train via Leeds which takes 5h 49m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 31m.

Where does the Leicester to Kirkby Stephen bus arrive?

Leicester to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Kirkby Stephen train arrive?

Leicester to Kirkby Stephen train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Kirkby Stephen?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Kirkby Stephen is 170 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Leicester to Kirkby Stephen.

Where can I stay near Kirkby Stephen?

There are 628+ hotels available in Kirkby Stephen.

Leicester to Kirkby Stephen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Kirkby Stephen by train, bus, or car

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Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Kirkby Stephentrain
5h 49m
£79–136
Drive 169 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Kirkby Stephencar 169 mi
2h 57m
£42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Costa Coffeebus 563
9h 31m
£47–108
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Kirkby Stephentrain Sheffield - Carlisle
5h 51m
£77–132

Leicester to Kirkby Stephen by train and bus

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5h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Kirkby Stephen, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Pennine Hotel via Sheffield, Leeds, Kirkby Stephen, and Rail Station in around 5h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Costa Coffee via Birmingham Coach Station and Rail Station in around 9h 31m.

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