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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Lancashire is to bus and train which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Lancashire is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Lancashire?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Lancashire. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Wheatley Farm via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Lancashire?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Lancashire. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Langho via Sheffield, Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Leicester to Lancashire?

The distance between Leicester and Lancashire is 138 miles. The road distance is 132.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Lancashire without a car is to train via Sheffield which takes 4h 20m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Leicester to Lancashire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Lancashire bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Lancashire train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Lancashire?

The best way to get from Leicester to Lancashire is to train via Sheffield which takes 4h 20m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Leicester to Lancashire bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Lancashire train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Lancashire?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Lancashire is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Leicester to Lancashire.

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

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Where can I stay near Lancashire?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Lancashire by train, bus, or car

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Train via Sheffield
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Langhotrain
4h 20m
£52–90
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Langhotrain Manchester Victoria - Clitheroe / ...
5h 39m
£22–37
Drive 131.3 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Lancashirecar 131.3 mi
2h 32m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Nuneaton to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Bolton to Langhotrain Manchester Victoria - Clitheroe / ...
4h 22m
£46–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
7h 10m
£29–50

Leicester to Lancashire by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 137.3 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Langho via Sheffield, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Wheatley Farm via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 7h 10m.

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