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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Llanelli is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 9h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Llanelli is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Sophia Gardens and Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Llanelli via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Leicester to Llanelli?

The distance between Leicester and Llanelli is 205 miles. The road distance is 174.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Llanelli without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Leicester to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Llanelli bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Llanelli train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Leicester to Llanelli is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus and line 111 bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Leicester to Llanelli bus arrive?

Leicester to Llanelli bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Leicester to Llanelli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Llanelli is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Leicester to Llanelli.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Llanelli?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Llanelli?

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Where can I stay near Llanelli?

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Leicester to Llanelli - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 111 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Llanelli by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llanellitrain
5h 22m
£81–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rutland Street to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus X6
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
9h 15m
£24–36
Bus, line 111 bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
6h 39m
£30–49
Drive 173.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Llanellicar 173.9 mi
3h 21m
£44–63
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Llanellitrain
6h 32m
£68–131

Leicester to Llanelli by train

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Distance: 203.4 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Llanelli, Wales?

You can take a train from Leicester to Llanelli via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Sophia Gardens, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 6h 39m.

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