What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Selly Oak?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Selly Oak is to bus and line 76 bus which costs £8 - £10 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Selly Oak?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Selly Oak is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Selly Oak?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Selly Oak. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Chapel Lane via New Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Selly Oak?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester and arriving at University. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Leicester to Selly Oak?

The distance between Leicester and Selly Oak is 43 miles. The road distance is 46.2 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Selly Oak without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Selly Oak without a car is to train and line 63 bus which takes 1h 15m and costs £23 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Selly Oak?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Leicester to Selly Oak, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Selly Oak bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Selly Oak train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Selly Oak?

The best way to get from Leicester to Selly Oak is to bus which takes 2h 14m and costs £10 - £24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 16m.

Where does the Leicester to Selly Oak bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Selly Oak train arrive?

Leicester to Selly Oak train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at University station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Selly Oak?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Selly Oak is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Leicester to Selly Oak.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Selly Oak?

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Where can I stay near Selly Oak?

There are 3353+ hotels available in Selly Oak.

Leicester to Selly Oak - 6 ways to travel via train, line 63 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Leicester to Selly Oak by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 63 bus
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the bus from New Street Station to Chapel Lanebus 63 / ...
1h 15m
£24–33
Bus, line 76 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sainsbury'sbus 148
2. Take the bus from Solihull Town Centre to Battery Retail Parkbus 76
4h 23m
£8–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2h 14m
£11–23
Drive 45.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Selly Oakcar 45.9 mi
1h 2m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester to Selly Oaktaxi 45.9 mi
1h 2m
£140–180
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Universitytrain Leicester - Gloucester
1h 16m
£22–35

Leicester to Selly Oak by train and bus

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1h 15mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42.9 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Selly Oak, England?

National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £8–21 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Leicester to University 5 times a week. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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