What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Saffron Walden?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Saffron Walden is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Saffron Walden?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Saffron Walden is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Saffron Walden?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Saffron Walden. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at East Street via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Saffron Walden?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Saffron Walden. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Audley End via Cambridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Leicester to Saffron Walden?

The distance between Leicester and Saffron Walden is 115 miles. The road distance is 84.3 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Saffron Walden without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Saffron Walden without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £60 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Saffron Walden?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Leicester to Saffron Walden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Saffron Walden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Saffron Walden train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Saffron Walden?

The best way to get from Leicester to Saffron Walden is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £60 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 316 bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Leicester to Saffron Walden bus arrive?

Leicester to Saffron Walden bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Saffron Walden train arrive?

Leicester to Saffron Walden train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cambridge station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Saffron Walden?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Saffron Walden is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Leicester to Saffron Walden.

Where can I stay near Saffron Walden?

There are 876+ hotels available in Saffron Walden.

Leicester to Saffron Walden - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 316 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Cambridgetrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2h 54m
£61–90
Drive 83.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Saffron Waldencar 83.9 mi
1h 34m
£21–30
Bus, line 316 bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to East Streetbus 316 / ...
3h 42m
£22–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leicester to Cambridgetrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to High Streetbus 7
3h 31m
£56–78

Leicester to Saffron Walden by train and bus

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2h 54mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.9 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Saffron Walden, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Leicester to Cambridge hourly. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to East Street via Coach Station in around 3h 42m.

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