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 £15 - £22 and takes 4h 18m.

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 £23 - £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 18m.

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 (Manchester) via Nuneaton and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Leicester to Eccles?

The distance between Leicester and Eccles is 110 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 which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m 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 Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Eccles?

The best way to get from Leicester to Eccles is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £22 and takes 4h 18m.

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 Cross Country, arrive at Nuneaton 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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Where can I stay near Eccles?

There are 3686+ hotels available in Eccles.

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

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Train
best
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 4m
£38–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
4h 18m
£15–21
Drive 92.8 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Ecclescar 92.8 mi
2h 4m
£24–34
Train, tram
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
3h 4m
£43–72

Leicester to Eccles by train

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Distance: 109 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Eccles (Manchester) via Nuneaton and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £13–20 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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