What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Shepton Mallet?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Shepton Mallet is to bus and line 522 bus which costs £19 - £30 and takes 5h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Shepton Mallet?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Shepton Mallet is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Aldi via Sewage Works. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Leicester to Shepton Mallet?

The distance between Leicester and Shepton Mallet is 155 miles. The road distance is 129.6 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Shepton Mallet without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Shepton Mallet without a car is to train and line 522 bus which takes 4h 41m and costs £55 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Shepton Mallet?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Leicester to Shepton Mallet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Shepton Mallet bus from?

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

Where does the Leicester to Shepton Mallet bus arrive?

Leicester to Shepton Mallet bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Shepton Mallet?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Shepton Mallet is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Leicester to Shepton Mallet.

Where can I stay near Shepton Mallet?

There are 1429+ hotels available in Shepton Mallet.

Leicester to Shepton Mallet - 4 ways to travel via train, line 522 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 522 bus
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the bus from Temple Meads Stn to The Holliesbus 522 / ...
4h 41m
£56–92
Bus, line 522 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk087
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Holliesbus 522 / ...
5h 58m
£20–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G45
5h 6m
£22–40
Drive 128.8 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Shepton Malletcar 128.8 mi
2h 56m
£32–46

Leicester to Shepton Mallet by train and bus

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4h 41mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.5 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Shepton Mallet, England?

National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Park once a week. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 4h.

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