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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Leicester is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Leicester is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Plymouth Coach Station station and arriving at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Leicester via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Leicester?

The distance between Plymouth and Leicester is 257 miles. The road distance is 229.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £140 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Plymouth to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Leicester bus from?

Plymouth to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Leicester?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Leicester is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £140 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Plymouth to Leicester bus arrive?

Plymouth to Leicester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Plymouth to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Leicester is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Plymouth to Leicester.

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

Book your Plymouth to Leicester train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Plymouth to Leicester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 1003+ hotels available in Leicester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
4h 47m
£140–195
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk087
7h 30m
£30–55
Drive 228.6 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Leicestercar 228.6 mi
4h 3m
£56–81
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
8h 20m
£31–69

Plymouth to Leicester by train

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Distance: 255.4 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Leicester via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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