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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Leicester is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Leicester. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Wales to Leicester?

The distance between Wales and Leicester is 148 miles. The road distance is 140.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £65 - £100.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Leicester takes 3h 3m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Wales to Leicester bus from?

Wales to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Leicester train from?

Wales to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Leicester?

The best way to get from Wales to Leicester is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £65 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Wales to Leicester bus arrive?

Wales to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Wales to Leicester train arrive?

Wales to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Wales to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Leicester is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Wales to Leicester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Leicestertrain Cardiff Central - Leicester / ...
3h 3m
£65–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Cp2
3h 45m
£20–35
Drive 139.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Leicestercar 139.3 mi
2h 44m
£35–50
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
3h 19m
£65–96

Wales to Leicester by train

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Distance: 146.9 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Wales and Leicester, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Leicester once a week. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 3h 3m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to St Margaret's Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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