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

The cheapest way to get from Atherton to Leicester is to bus which costs £14 - £24 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Atherton to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Atherton and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Atherton to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from St John Street and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Atherton and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Atherton to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Atherton and arriving at Leicester via Salford Crescent, Manchester Piccadilly and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Atherton to Leicester?

The distance between Atherton and Leicester is 117 miles. The road distance is 104 miles.

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

The best way to get from Atherton to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Atherton to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atherton to Leicester bus from?

Atherton to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Atherton to Leicester train from?

Atherton to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Atherton to Leicester?

The best way to get from Atherton to Leicester is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £25 - £65 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Atherton to Leicester bus arrive?

Atherton to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Atherton to Leicester train arrive?

Atherton to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Atherton to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Atherton to Leicester is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Atherton to Leicester.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nuneatontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
3h 32m
£45–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk079
5h 43m
£15–24
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
5h 38m
£26–62
Drive 103.4 mi
1. Drive from Atherton to Leicestercar 103.4 mi
2h 6m
£26–37
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St John Street to Oxford Road Stationbus V2
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Leicestertrain
4h 27m
£56–88

Atherton to Leicester by train

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Distance: 116.1 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Atherton, England and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Atherton to Leicester via Salford Crescent, Manchester Piccadilly, and Nuneaton in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St John Street to St Margaret's Bus Station via St Peter's Square, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 38m.

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