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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Leicester is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley station to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Leicester via Leeds and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Burnley to Leicester?

The distance between Burnley and Leicester is 141 miles. The road distance is 119.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Burnley to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Leicester bus from?

Burnley to Leicester bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Leicester train from?

Burnley to Leicester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Leicester?

The best way to get from Burnley to Leicester is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Burnley to Leicester bus arrive?

Burnley to Leicester bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Burnley to Leicester train arrive?

Burnley to Leicester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Leicester is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Burnley to Leicester.

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

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

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Burnley to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 591 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Burnley to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicestertrain
3h 20m
£59–106
Drive 118.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Leicestercar 118.4 mi
2h 32m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk079
6h 1m
Line 591 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Halifax Bus Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 466
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Sky
7h 40m

Burnley to Leicester by train

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Distance: 140.4 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Leicester via Leeds and Sheffield in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 1m.

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