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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Ellesmere is to bus and train which costs £12 - £28 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Watergate Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Leicester to Ellesmere?

The distance between Leicester and Ellesmere is 102 miles. The road distance is 92.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Ellesmere without a car is to train and line 501 bus which takes 3h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Leicester to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Ellesmere bus from?

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

Where does the Leicester to Ellesmere bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Ellesmere is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Leicester to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 756+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Leicester to Ellesmere - 4 ways to travel via train, line 501 bus, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 501 bus
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus 501
3h 42m
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus X6
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 42m
£12–28
Drive 91.8 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Ellesmerecar 91.8 mi
1h 55m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
5h 53m
£19–34

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Leicester to Ellesmere.

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Distance: 101.1 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Ellesmere, Shropshire, England?

You can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Watergate Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 5h 53m.

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