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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Melksham is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 6h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Melksham is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Melksham. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Market Place via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Sainsburys. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Melksham?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Melksham via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Chippenham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Leicester to Melksham?

The distance between Leicester and Melksham is 202 miles. The road distance is 105.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Melksham without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 56m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Leicester to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Melksham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Melksham train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Melksham?

The best way to get from Leicester to Melksham is to train via London which takes 3h 56m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Leicester to Melksham bus arrive?

Leicester to Melksham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Melksham train arrive?

Leicester to Melksham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Melksham is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Leicester to Melksham.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Chippenhamtrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 56m
£95–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk087
6h 54m
£19–32
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sainsburysbus 403
6h 29m
£38–93
Drive 104.5 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Melkshamcar 104.5 mi
2h 21m
£26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 28m
£77–122

Leicester to Melksham by train and subway

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Distance: 200.9 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Melksham via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Chippenham in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Market Place via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Sainsburys in around 6h 29m.

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