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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Burnley is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Burnley is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Burnley?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Mechanics Institute via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Burnley?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Burnley Manchester Road via Sheffield and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Leicester to Burnley?

The distance between Leicester and Burnley is 141 miles. The road distance is 119 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Burnley without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Leicester to Burnley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Burnley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Burnley train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Burnley?

The best way to get from Leicester to Burnley is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Leicester to Burnley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Burnley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Burnley?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Burnley is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Leicester to Burnley.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Burnley?

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There are 3 ways to get from Leicester to Burnley 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 Burnley Manchester Roadtrain
3h 40m
£63–105
Drive 118.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Burnleycar 118.3 mi
2h 32m
£29–42
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 Mechanics Institutebus X43
5h 11m

Leicester to Burnley by train

126Weekly Trains

3h 40mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.4 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Burnley Manchester Road via Sheffield and Leeds in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Mechanics Institute via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Shudehill Interchange in around 5h 11m.

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