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 - £35 and takes 5h 55m.

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 Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Great Ostry via Bus Station and The Hollies. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

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 36m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m 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 FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Shepton Mallet bus arrive?

Leicester to Shepton Mallet bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus 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 1472+ 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 36m
£71–107
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 55m
£20–33
Drive 128.8 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Shepton Malletcar 128.8 mi
2h 56m
£32–46
Bus, line 376 bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
6h 16m
£29–67

Leicester to Shepton Mallet by train and bus

191Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.5 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Great Ostry via Bristol Bus Station, Bus Station, and The Hollies in around 5h 55m.

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