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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Launceston is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 10h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Launceston is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Westgate Street via Royal Parade and New Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Launceston?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Okehampton via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Leicester to Launceston?

The distance between Leicester and Launceston is 249 miles. The road distance is 224.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Launceston without a car is to train which takes 7h 31m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Leicester to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Launceston bus from?

Leicester to Launceston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Launceston train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Launceston?

The best way to get from Leicester to Launceston is to train which takes 7h 31m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 10h 35m.

Where does the Leicester to Launceston bus arrive?

Leicester to Launceston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Launceston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Launceston is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Leicester to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1355+ hotels available in Launceston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 31m
£126–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Uk087
10h 35m
£36–55
Drive 223.1 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Launcestoncar 223.1 mi
4h 12m
£55–79
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Post Officebus 104
12h 5m
£52–133

Leicester to Launceston by train and bus

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Distance: 247.5 mi
Duration: 7h 31m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Launceston, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Kensey Valley Meadow via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Okehampton, and Railway Station in around 7h 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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