What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to M42 motorway?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to M42 motorway is to bus which costs £10 - £25 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to M42 motorway?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to M42 motorway is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and M42 motorway?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to M42 motorway. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Barnsley Hall via New Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and M42 motorway?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to M42 motorway. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Bromsgrove via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Leicester to M42 motorway?

The distance between Leicester and M42 motorway is 56 miles. The road distance is 56.2 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to M42 motorway without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to M42 motorway without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £25 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to M42 motorway?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Leicester to M42 motorway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to M42 motorway bus from?

Leicester to M42 motorway bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to M42 motorway train from?

Leicester to M42 motorway train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to M42 motorway?

The best way to get from Leicester to M42 motorway is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £25 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £25 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Leicester to M42 motorway bus arrive?

Leicester to M42 motorway bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to M42 motorway train arrive?

Leicester to M42 motorway train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to M42 motorway?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to M42 motorway is 56 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Leicester to M42 motorway.

Where can I stay near M42 motorway?

There are 2932+ hotels available in M42 motorway.

Leicester to M42 motorway - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to M42 motorway by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bromsgrovetrain Lichfield Trent Valley High Level - Bromsgrove / ...
2h 30m
£26–42
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from New Street Station to Barnsley Hallbus X20
3h 30m
£11–25
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the bus from New Street Station to Barnsley Hallbus X20
2h 33m
£24–34
Drive 55.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to M42 motorwaycar 55.9 mi
57 min
£14–20

Leicester to M42 motorway by train, bus, and foot

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2h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 55.8 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and M42 motorway, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to M42 motorway via Birmingham New Street, Bromsgrove, Bromsgrove station, and Windsor Street in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to M42 motorway via Birmingham Coach Station, New Street Station, and Barnsley Hall in around 3h 30m.

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