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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Leicester is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Park Road and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Kingsway K14 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypool and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypool to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Newport (S Wales) and arriving at Leicester via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Leicester?

The distance between Pontypool and Leicester is 146 miles. The road distance is 123.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £75 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Pontypool to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Leicester bus from?

Pontypool to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Kingsway K14 station.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Leicester train from?

Pontypool to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newport (S Wales) station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Leicester?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Leicester is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £75 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Pontypool to Leicester bus arrive?

Pontypool to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Pontypool to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypool to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Leicester is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Pontypool to Leicester.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 1013+ hotels available in Leicester.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
4h 43m
£75–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk087
7h
£22–36
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
6h 39m
£34–80
Drive 123.1 mi
1. Drive from Pontypool to Leicestercar 123.1 mi
2h 28m
£30–44
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Pontypool & New Inn to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
4h 50m
£54–106

Pontypool to Leicester by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 145.5 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Leicester, England?

You can take a bus from Park Road to Leicester via Market Square 15A, Newport (S Wales), and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Road to St Margaret's Bus Station via Market Square 15A, Kingsway K14, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 39m.

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