What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Salford Quays?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Salford Quays is to bus which costs £14 - £23 and takes 4h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Salford Quays?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Salford Quays is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Salford Quays?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at The Lowry via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Salford Quays?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Harbour City via Sheffield and Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Leicester to Salford Quays?

The distance between Leicester and Salford Quays is 111 miles. The road distance is 91.9 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Salford Quays without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Salford Quays without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £50 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Salford Quays?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Leicester to Salford Quays, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Salford Quays bus from?

Leicester to Salford Quays bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Salford Quays train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Salford Quays?

The best way to get from Leicester to Salford Quays is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £23 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Leicester to Salford Quays bus arrive?

Leicester to Salford Quays bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Leicester to Salford Quays train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Salford Quays?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Salford Quays is 92 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Leicester to Salford Quays.

Where can I stay near Salford Quays?

There are 3658+ hotels available in Salford Quays.

Leicester to Salford Quays - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Salford Quays by train, bus, car, or tram

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Train
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 44m
£51–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
4h 22m
£15–23
Drive 91.4 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Salford Quayscar 91.4 mi
2h 8m
£23–32
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nuneatontrain
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Harbour Citytram
2h 47m
£42–72
Bus via Birmingham
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 Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
4h 52m
£28–68

Leicester to Salford Quays by train and tram

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2h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 110.3 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Harbour City via Sheffield, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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