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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Somerset is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Somerset is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Huntworth Lane M5 via Public Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Taunton via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Leicester to Somerset?

The distance between Leicester and Somerset is 183 miles. The road distance is 149.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £90 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Leicester to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Somerset?

The best way to get from Leicester to Somerset is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £90 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Leicester to Somerset bus arrive?

Leicester to Somerset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Airport station.

Where does the Leicester to Somerset train arrive?

Leicester to Somerset train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Somerset is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Leicester to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 808+ hotels available in Somerset.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 31m
£92–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Bristol Airportbus Uk087
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
5h 33m
£20–32
Drive 148.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Somersetcar 148.9 mi
2h 44m
£37–53
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 Airport Tavern to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
4h 32m
£72–107
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 Cabot Circus to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
6h 2m
£28–65

Leicester to Somerset by train and bus

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4h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.7 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Shovel Lane via Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop H, and Castle Way in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Huntworth Lane M5 via Bristol Airport and Public Transport Interchange in around 5h 33m.

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