What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to West Midlands?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to West Midlands is to bus and line 80 bus which costs £10 - £24 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to West Midlands?

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

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to West Midlands. 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 31m.

How far is it from Leicester to West Midlands?

The distance between Leicester and West Midlands is 45 miles. The road distance is 46.8 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to West Midlands without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to West Midlands without a car is to train and line 80 bus which takes 1h 34m and costs £23 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to West Midlands?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Leicester to West Midlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to West Midlands bus from?

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

Where does the Leicester to West Midlands bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to West Midlands?

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

Where can I stay near West Midlands?

There are 3327+ hotels available in West Midlands.

Leicester to West Midlands - 4 ways to travel via train, line 80 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to West Midlands by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 80 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 Crocketts Lanebus 80
1h 34m
£24–33
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 31m
£11–23
Drive 46.6 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to West Midlandscar 46.6 mi
53 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester to West Midlandstaxi 46.6 mi
53 min
£140–180

Leicester to West Midlands by train and bus

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1h 34mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 44.6 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

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

You can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Crocketts Lane via Birmingham Coach Station and Markets in around 2h 31m.

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