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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cardiff to Leicester

Composite routes from Cardiff to Leicester

Cheapest
2 h 42 min
Car
223 km.
from $12
Other
2 h 58 min
Bus
245 km.
from €130
Details

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 4
National Express
Website
West Midlands Trains
Website
Cross Country
Website
Transport for Wales
Website
National Express
Website
2h 50m
Every 4 hours
$29.11–$41.77
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
West Midlands Trains
Website
1h 27m
Hourly
+44 333 311 0039
+44 333 311 0039
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Cross Country
Website
3h 3m
Once a week
$94.93–$278.47
0344 736 9123
0344 736 9123
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Transport for Wales
Website
1h 4m
Hourly
$26.58–$41.77
03333 211 202
03333 211 202
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Leicester is to bus which costs $42.39 - $65.22 and takes 4h 54m.

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 33m and costs $45.65 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Cardiff and arriving at Leicester via Birmingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

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 237 km. The road distance is 239.6 km.

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 $81.52 - $239.13 .

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 Cardiff 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, bus or fly from Cardiff to Leicester?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leicester is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs $81.52 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $42.39 - $65.22 and takes 4h 54m. There are no good options to fly between Cardiff to Leicester.

Where does the Cardiff to Leicester bus arrive?

Cardiff to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham 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 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Cardiff to Leicester.

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

Book your Cardiff to Leicester train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Cardiff to Leicester bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 786+ hotels available in Leicester. Prices start at $54.20 per night.
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