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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Aintree is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Aintree is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Aintree?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Aintree. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Hailebury Avenue via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Aintree?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Old Roan via Nuneaton, Crewe and Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Leicester to Aintree?

The distance between Leicester and Aintree is 121 miles. The road distance is 112.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Aintree without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 33m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Leicester to Aintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Aintree bus from?

Leicester to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Aintree train from?

Leicester to Aintree train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Nuneaton station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Aintree?

The best way to get from Leicester to Aintree is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 33m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Leicester to Aintree bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Aintree train arrive?

Leicester to Aintree train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Aintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Aintree is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Leicester to Aintree.

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

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Where can I stay near Aintree?

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Old Roantrain
3h 33m
£36–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk021 / ...
6h 25m
£22–44
Drive 111.6 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Aintreecar 111.6 mi
2h 12m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
5h 10m
£75–108
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 158
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 6
3. Take the train from Tamworth to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
6h 40m
£32–56

Leicester to Aintree by train

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Distance: 120.8 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Old Roan via Nuneaton, Crewe, and Liverpool South Parkway in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Hailebury Avenue via Birmingham Coach Station, Birmingham - Jennens Road, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 6h 25m.

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