How to Travel from
Leicester to South Wales
by Route or Car
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Leicester, Great Britain → South Wales, Great Britain
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Leicester to South Wales
Composite routes from Leicester to South Wales
Cheapest
2 h 47 min
Car
253 km.
from $13
Other
4 h 52 min
186 km.
from $235.66
7 h 8 min
186 km.
from $96.57
5 h 56 min
186 km.
from $5.43
Transport providers
Train operators
National Express
Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Leicester to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38
Bus from Birmingham to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04
West Midlands Trains
Train from Birmingham New Street to Hereford
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Cross Country
Train from Leicester to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.50–$75.95
Train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$202.52
Transport for Wales
Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbach
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.76–$17.72
Train from Hereford to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$43.04
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to South Wales?
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to South Wales is to drive which costs $50 - $76.09 and takes 2h 48m.
What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to South Wales?
The fastest way to get from Leicester to South Wales is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $50 - $76.09 .
Is there a direct bus between Leicester and South Wales?
No, there is no direct bus from Leicester to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Glenboi Cemetery via Birmingham, Sophia Gardens, Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.
Is there a direct train between Leicester and South Wales?
No, there is no direct train from Leicester to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Cwmbach via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.
How far is it from Leicester to South Wales?
The distance between Leicester and South Wales is 271 km. The road distance is 249.3 km.
How do I travel from Leicester to South Wales without a car?
The best way to get from Leicester to South Wales without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $108.70 - $260.87 .
How long does it take to get from Leicester to South Wales?
It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Leicester to South Wales, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Leicester to South Wales bus from?
Leicester to South Wales bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leicester station.
Where do I catch the Leicester to South Wales train from?
Leicester to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Train or bus from Leicester to South Wales?
The best way to get from Leicester to South Wales is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $108.70 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 7h 8m.
Where does the Leicester to South Wales bus arrive?
Leicester to South Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham station.
Where does the Leicester to South Wales train arrive?
Leicester to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Can I drive from Leicester to South Wales?
Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to South Wales is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Leicester to South Wales.
How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to South Wales?
Book your Leicester to South Wales train tickets online with Omio.
Where can I stay near South Wales?
There are 426+ hotels available in South Wales. Prices start at $50.70 per night.
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