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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Leicester is to bus via M&S which costs £14 - £35 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Leicester?

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

How far is it from Cardiff to Leicester?

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

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leicester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Leicester?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leicester is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £60 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Cardiff to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Leicester is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Cardiff to Leicester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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Cardiff to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to LeicesterCardiff Central - Leicester
3h 3m
£35–120
Bus via M&S
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk078 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to AsdaUk075
5h 47m
£15–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Station777 / ...
5h 7m
£23–57
Drive 139.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Leicester139.3 mi
2h 42m
£35–50
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to LeicesterBirmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
3h 19m
£39–112

Cardiff to Leicester by train

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Distance: 147 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Leicester once a week. Tickets cost £35–120 and the journey takes 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to St Margaret's Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 7m.

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