Useful information for Leicestershire
Tourist Information Centres
You can always visit the local visitor information centre to find accommodation, attractions and events.
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How to get here
Leicestershire lies at the heart of England in the East Midlands. With excellent road, rail and air links, it is easy to reach from all parts of the UK.
Travelling by Car
Leicester is 2 hours by car from London, 1 hour from Birmingham and 2 hours from Manchester. The M1 passes through Leicestershire, with Junctions 20-24 providing good access to the county. The M69 and M6 also offer easy access from Birmingham, Wales and the Southwest. For Leicester car park information click here.
Travelling by Train
Leicester is on the East Midlands Trains line from London St. Pancras to South Yorkshire. Direct trains from London take 75 minutes. Market Harborough, Loughborough, Melton Mowbray and Hinckley all have railway stations. The nearest station to Ashby de la Zouch is Loughborough. For further information contact National Rail Enquiries.
Travelling by Coach
National Express offer national coach services to Leicester. London to Leicester takes just under 3 hours. Ashby de la Zouch, Coalville, Kegworth, Market Harborough, Loughborough and East Midlands Airport are also served by National Express.
Travelling by Air
Visitors travelling to and from East Midlands Airport and Leicester can take the direct Leicester Skylink bus, getting you there in less than an hour. The service operates hourly, 24 hours 7 days a week. £10 family return tickets are available for up to five poeple, maximum two adults. For further information visit www.skylink.co.uk
Local Travel
For information on bus services throughout Leicester and Leicestershire, including Park & Ride services for the city, call the Travel Line on 0871 200 22 33. For Leicester car park information click here