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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Cardiff is to bus which costs £17 - £29 and takes 5h 57m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at University RE via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Leicester to Cardiff?

The distance between Leicester and Cardiff is 148 miles. The road distance is 139.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £75 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Leicester to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Cardiff bus from?

Leicester to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Leicester to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £75 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Leicester to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Cardiff is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Leicester to Cardiff.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

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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 Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 40m
£75–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk087
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 57m
£17–29
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 University REbus 111
5h 10m
£29–70
Drive 138.4 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Cardiffcar 138.4 mi
2h 44m
£34–49

Leicester to Cardiff by train

103Weekly Trains

3h 40mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Leicester to Cardiff.

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Distance: 146.9 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to University RE via Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 10m.

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