How to travel from Glastonbury to Lichfield, United Kingdom

The distance between Glastonbury and Lichfield is around 212km (132 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 35m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Glastonbury to Lichfield by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out LichfieldGlastonbury if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Cabot Circus Bond Street and then to Hinckley St.

  • Duration4h 10m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    £14($17)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Temple Meads Stn then take the train to Birmingham New Street.

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    £56($66)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Lichfield.

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Distance222km (138 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Glastonbury and Lichfield

There are several options for getting from Glastonbury to Lichfield by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £9 ($11) and will take around 4h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £39 ($46).

The distance between Glastonbury and Lichfield is around 212km (132 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 181km (113 miles)

It takes around 3h 15m to get from Glastonbury and Lichfield by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Glastonbury to Lichfield is to drive which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx £39 ($46).

The cheapest way to travel between Glastonbury and Lichfield, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £9 ($11) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Glastonbury and Lichfield. We recommend that you drive to Lichfield. instead which will take 2h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Glastonbury and Lichfield. It typically takes around 4h 10m and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Glastonbury to Lichfield. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Cabot Circus Bond Street and Hinckley St. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 4h 10m.

First Bristol, FlixBus, National Express and NX West Midlands run regular bus services between Glastonbury and Lichfield. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 4h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Glastonbury to Lichfield. We recommend that you take the bus to Temple Meads Stn then take the train to Birmingham New Street. instead which will take 3h 15m.

The closest major airport to Lichfield is Birmingham Airport (BHX) (BHX) which is approximately 26km (16 miles) from Lichfield. East Midlands Airport (EMA) (EMA) and Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Glastonbury and Lichfield. The distance is around 222km (138 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Glastonbury to Lichfield is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 15m and will usually cost around £56 ($66).

How do I get from Glastonbury to Lichfield

Compare travel optionsbetween Glastonbury and Lichfield

Transport options from Glastonbury to Lichfield
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
4h 10m
£14($17)
5 times a week214km (133 miles)
Bus via Bristol, Bus Station4h 45m
£9($11)
4 times a day216km (134 miles)
Bus and Train
3h 15m
£56($66)
4 times a day212km (132 miles)
Drive
2h 35m
£39($46)
on demand222km (138 miles)

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Airports near Lichfield

The following major airports near Lichfield offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

BHX
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
International Airport
Distance
26km (16 miles) from Lichfield
EMA
East Midlands Airport (EMA)
International Airport
Distance
37km (23 miles) from Lichfield
MAN
Manchester Airport (MAN)
International Airport
Distance
82km (51 miles) from Lichfield