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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Redcar is to bus which costs £20 - £55 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Redcar is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Redcar?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Redcar. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Redcar Central via Sheffield and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Leicester to Redcar?

The distance between Leicester and Redcar is 175 miles. The road distance is 157.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Redcar without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £29 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Leicester to Redcar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Redcar train from?

Leicester to Redcar train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Redcar?

The best way to get from Leicester to Redcar is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £29 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £55 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Leicester to Redcar train arrive?

Leicester to Redcar train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Redcar?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Redcar is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Leicester to Redcar.

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

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Where can I stay near Redcar?

There are 1416+ hotels available in Redcar.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Redcar 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
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Redcar Centraltrain
4h 14m
£29–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bus Station Express Loungebus 133 / ...
5h 50m
£21–52
Drive 156.3 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Redcarcar 156.3 mi
2h 44m
£38–55
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Redcar Centraltrain
4h 22m
£29–130

Leicester to Redcar by train

121Weekly Trains

4h 14mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Leicester to Redcar.

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Distance: 173.9 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Redcar Central via Sheffield and York in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Redcar Central via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Bus Station Express Lounge, and Middlesbrough in around 5h 50m.

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