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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Shildon is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Shildon is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Shildon?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Shildon. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at King William via Asda, Eldon Square Bus Station and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Shildon?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Shildon via Sheffield and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Leicester to Shildon?

The distance between Leicester and Shildon is 170 miles. The road distance is 153.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Shildon without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Leicester to Shildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Shildon bus from?

Leicester to Shildon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Asda station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Shildon train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Shildon?

The best way to get from Leicester to Shildon is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Leicester to Shildon bus arrive?

Leicester to Shildon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Leicester to Shildon train arrive?

Leicester to Shildon train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Shildon is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Leicester to Shildon.

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

Book your Leicester to Shildon train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Leicester to Shildon bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Shildon?

There are 1253+ hotels available in Shildon.

Leicester to Shildon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromLeicester to Shildon

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 3m
£87–131
Drive 152.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Shildoncar 152.7 mi
2h 42m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Asda to John Dobson Streetbus Ukx010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to High Streetbus X21
7h 49m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Eaglescliffetrain
6h 54m
£64–130

Leicester to Shildon by train

111Weekly Trains

4h 3mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Leicester to Shildon.

Launch map view

Distance: 168.9 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Shildon, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Shildon via Sheffield and Darlington in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to King William via M&S, Asda, John Dobson Street, Eldon Square Bus Station, and High Street in around 7h 49m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.