What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne is to bus which costs £14 - £23 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Ashton-under-Lyne?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Ashton-under-Lyne. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Katherine Street via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Ashton-under-Lyne?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Ashton-under-Lyne via Sheffield and Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The distance between Leicester and Ashton-under-Lyne is 114 miles. The road distance is 87.4 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £50 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne bus from?

Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne train from?

Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The best way to get from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £23 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne bus arrive?

Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne train arrive?

Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne is 87 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne?

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Where can I stay near Ashton-under-Lyne?

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Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne by train, bus, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 50m
£51–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
4h 27m
£15–23
Drive 86.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lynecar 86.9 mi
2h 4m
£22–31
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nuneatontrain
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Ashton-under-Lynetram
2h 53m
£42–73
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
4h 57m
£28–68

Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne by train and tram

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Distance: 112.9 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Ashton-under-Lyne, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Ashton-under-Lyne via Sheffield, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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