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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Eccles is to bus which costs £14 - £23 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Eccles is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Eccles?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Eccles. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Eccles Interchange via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Eccles?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Eccles. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Eccles via Sheffield and Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Leicester to Eccles?

The distance between Leicester and Eccles is 113 miles. The road distance is 93.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Eccles without a car is to train and tram which takes 2h 58m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Leicester to Eccles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Eccles bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Eccles train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Eccles?

The best way to get from Leicester to Eccles is to bus which takes 4h 17m and costs £14 - £23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Leicester to Eccles bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Eccles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Eccles?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Eccles is 93 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Leicester to Eccles.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Eccles?

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Leicester to Eccles - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Ecclestram
2h 58m
£51–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
4h 17m
£15–23
Drive 92.8 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Ecclescar 92.8 mi
2h 4m
£23–33
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nuneatontrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 12m
£41–73
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 / ...
5h 5m
£28–62

Leicester to Eccles by bus

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4h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 112.6 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Eccles, Salford, England?

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. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leicester to Eccles (Manchester) via Nuneaton and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 12m.

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