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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Sherborne is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Sherborne is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Sherborne?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Sherborne. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Greenhill via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Sherborne?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Sherborne. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Sherborne via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Leicester to Sherborne?

The distance between Leicester and Sherborne is 220 miles. The road distance is 146.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Sherborne without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Leicester to Sherborne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Sherborne bus from?

Leicester to Sherborne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Sherborne train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Sherborne?

The best way to get from Leicester to Sherborne is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Leicester to Sherborne bus arrive?

Leicester to Sherborne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Sherborne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Sherborne?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Sherborne is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Leicester to Sherborne.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Sherborne?

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Leicester to Sherborne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Sherbornetrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 16m
£98–192
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 Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
7h 22m
£20–33
Train, bus
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 Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
6h 3m
£71–108
Drive 145.5 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Sherbornecar 145.5 mi
3h 14m
£36–52
Bus via Birmingham
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
7h 51m
£29–68

Leicester to Sherborne by train, foot, and subway

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4h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 218.9 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Sherborne, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Sherborne via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Greenhill via Bristol Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 22m.

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