What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station is to bus and tram which costs £15 - £25 and takes 4h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Manchester Airport Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Manchester Airport Station station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Manchester Airport The Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Manchester Airport Station?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Manchester Airport via Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station?

The distance between Leicester and Manchester Airport Station is 118 miles. The road distance is 83.1 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station without a car is to train via Sheffield which takes 2h 36m and costs £50 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Manchester Airport Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Manchester Airport Station train from?

Leicester to Manchester Airport Station train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station?

The best way to get from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station is to train via Sheffield which takes 2h 36m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £65 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Leicester to Manchester Airport Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Manchester Airport Station train arrive?

Leicester to Manchester Airport Station train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Manchester Airport Station is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station?

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Where can I stay near Manchester Airport Station?

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Manchester Airport Station by train, bus, car, or tram

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Train via Sheffield
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 36m
£51–92
Bus, tram
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
2. Take the tram from Shudehill to Manchester Airporttram Navy Line
4h 41m
£15–25
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 Manchester Airport The Stationbus 120 / ...
3h 47m
£24–61
Drive 82.6 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Manchester Airport Stationcar 82.6 mi
1h 56m
£20–29
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
2h 40m
£43–77

Leicester to Manchester Airport Station by train

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Distance: 117.6 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Manchester Airport Station, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Manchester Airport via Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester Airport The Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 3h 47m.

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