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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Sandwell is to bus and line 80 bus which costs £10 - £25 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Sandwell is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Sandwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Sandwell. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Crocketts Lane via Markets. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Sandwell?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Sandwell. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Smethwick Rolfe Street via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Leicester to Sandwell?

The distance between Leicester and Sandwell is 43 miles. The road distance is 46.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Sandwell without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £22 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Leicester to Sandwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Sandwell bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Sandwell train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Sandwell?

The best way to get from Leicester to Sandwell is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 80 bus, which costs £10 - £25 and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Leicester to Sandwell bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Sandwell train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Sandwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Sandwell is 47 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Leicester to Sandwell.

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

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Where can I stay near Sandwell?

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Leicester to Sandwell - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 80 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
1h 23m
£22–32
Bus, line 80 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Markets to Crocketts Lanebus 80
2h 28m
£11–24
Drive 46.6 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Sandwellcar 46.6 mi
53 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester to Sandwelltaxi 46.6 mi
53 min
£100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sainsbury'sbus 148
2. Take the bus from Cross Cheaping to Bullringbus X1
4h 21m

Leicester to Sandwell by train

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Distance: 42.7 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Leicester to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £21–30 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Crocketts Lane via Birmingham Coach Station and Markets in around 2h 28m.

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