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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Prescot is to bus which costs £18 - £40 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Prescot is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Prescot?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Prescot. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Wycherley Street via Birmingham - Jennens Road and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Prescot?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Prescot. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Prescot via Nuneaton, Crewe and Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Leicester to Prescot?

The distance between Leicester and Prescot is 128 miles. The road distance is 105.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Prescot without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 48m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Leicester to Prescot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Prescot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Prescot train from?

Leicester to Prescot train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Nuneaton station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Prescot?

The best way to get from Leicester to Prescot is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 48m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £40 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Leicester to Prescot bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Prescot train arrive?

Leicester to Prescot train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Prescot?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Prescot is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Leicester to Prescot.

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

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Where can I stay near Prescot?

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Leicester to Prescot - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 61 bus

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewetrain London Euston - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 48m
£36–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk021 / ...
6h 21m
£19–37
Drive 104.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Prescotcar 104.9 mi
2h 5m
£26–38
Train, line 61 bus
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorntrain
3. Take the bus from Runcorn Station to Houghton Streetbus 61
4h 25m
£47–97
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
5h 6m
£70–108

Leicester to Prescot by train

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Distance: 126.8 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Prescot via Nuneaton, Crewe, and Wigan North Western in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Wycherley Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Birmingham - Jennens Road, and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 6h 21m.

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