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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Accrington is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Accrington is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Accrington?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Warner Street via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Accrington?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Accrington via Sheffield and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Leicester to Accrington?

The distance between Leicester and Accrington is 147 miles. The road distance is 112.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Accrington without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Leicester to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Accrington bus from?

Leicester to Accrington bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Accrington train from?

Leicester to Accrington train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Accrington?

The best way to get from Leicester to Accrington is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Leicester to Accrington bus arrive?

Leicester to Accrington bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Leicester to Accrington train arrive?

Leicester to Accrington train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Accrington is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Leicester to Accrington.

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

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

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Leicester to Accrington - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Accringtontrain
3h 49m
£65–113
Drive 112.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Accringtoncar 112.2 mi
2h 34m
£28–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 158 / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warner Streetbus X41
5h 14m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warner Streetbus X41
5h 19m

Leicester to Accrington by train

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Distance: 146.3 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Accrington via Sheffield and Leeds in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Warner Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Shudehill Interchange in around 5h 19m.

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