What is the cheapest way to get from Desborough to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Desborough to Birmingham is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Desborough to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Desborough to Birmingham is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Desborough and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Desborough to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Paddock Lane and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via The Square and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Desborough and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Desborough to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Market Harborough and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Desborough to Birmingham?

The distance between Desborough and Birmingham is 62 miles. The road distance is 53.4 miles.

How do I travel from Desborough to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Desborough to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £35 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Desborough to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Desborough to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Desborough to Birmingham bus from?

Desborough to Birmingham bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, depart from The Square station.

Where do I catch the Desborough to Birmingham train from?

Desborough to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Desborough to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Desborough to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £35 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £27 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Desborough to Birmingham bus arrive?

Desborough to Birmingham bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, arrive at Haymarket Bus Station.

Where does the Desborough to Birmingham train arrive?

Desborough to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Desborough to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Desborough to Birmingham is 53 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Desborough to Birmingham.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

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Desborough to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Desborough to Birmingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 28m
£35–48
Drive 53.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Desborough to Birminghamcar 53.1 mi
55 min
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Square to Haymarket Bus Stationbus X7
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
3h 43m
£14–27
Line 17 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Breakleys Road to Newland Centrebus 19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newland Centre to Northampton Bus Interchangebus X4 / ...
3. Take the train from Northampton to Birmingham New Streettrain
4h 19m
£25–54

Desborough to Birmingham by bus and train

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Distance: 61.3 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Desborough, England and Birmingham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Leicester to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £21–30 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paddock Lane to Birmingham Coach Station via Market Hall, The Square, Haymarket Bus Station, and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 3h 43m.

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