What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands to West Midlands?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands to West Midlands is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands to West Midlands?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands to West Midlands is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Brooksby College and arriving at Blue Gates via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and Newhall Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between East Midlands and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct train from East Midlands to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Melton Mowbray and arriving at Smethwick Rolfe Street via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from East Midlands to West Midlands?

The distance between East Midlands and West Midlands is 62 miles. The road distance is 60.3 miles.

How do I travel from East Midlands to West Midlands without a car?

The best way to get from East Midlands to West Midlands without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £40 - £60.

How long does it take to get from East Midlands to West Midlands?

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from East Midlands to West Midlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Midlands to West Midlands bus from?

East Midlands to West Midlands bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Brooksby College station.

Where do I catch the East Midlands to West Midlands train from?

East Midlands to West Midlands train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Melton Mowbray station.

Train or bus from East Midlands to West Midlands?

The best way to get from East Midlands to West Midlands is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £40 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £29 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the East Midlands to West Midlands bus arrive?

East Midlands to West Midlands bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Haymarket Bus Station.

Where does the East Midlands to West Midlands train arrive?

East Midlands to West Midlands train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from East Midlands to West Midlands?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands to West Midlands is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from East Midlands to West Midlands.

Where can I stay near West Midlands?

There are 3340+ hotels available in West Midlands.

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There are 3 ways to get from East Midlands to West Midlands by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melton Mowbray to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
1h 43m
£42–57
Drive 59.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Midlands to West Midlandscar 59.9 mi
1h 19m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brooksby College to Haymarket Bus Stationbus 5A / ...
2. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk087
3h 58m
£19–28

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Distance: 61.9 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between East Midlands, England and West Midlands, Sandwell, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Melton Mowbray to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £29–40 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from East Midlands to Blue Gates via Brooksby College, Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, and Newhall Street in around 3h 58m.

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