What is the cheapest way to get from Leicestershire to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Leicestershire to Manchester is to bus which costs £14 - £24 and takes 5h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicestershire to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Leicestershire to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Leicestershire and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicestershire to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Oakland Avenue and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via St Margaret's Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Leicestershire and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Leicestershire to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Leicestershire to Manchester?

The distance between Leicestershire and Manchester is 109 miles. The road distance is 86.7 miles.

How do I travel from Leicestershire to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Leicestershire to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £40 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Leicestershire to Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Leicestershire to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicestershire to Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicestershire to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicestershire to Manchester?

The best way to get from Leicestershire to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Leicestershire to Manchester bus arrive?

Leicestershire to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Leicestershire to Manchester train arrive?

Leicestershire to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Leicestershire to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicestershire to Manchester is 87 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Leicestershire to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3640+ hotels available in Manchester.

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicestershire to Manchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nuneatontrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2h 59m
£43–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
5h 22m
£15–24
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 541 / ...
5h 6m
£27–64
Drive 86.2 mi
1. Drive from Leicestershire to Manchestercar 86.2 mi
2h 17m
£21–31
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 52m
£44–72

Leicestershire to Manchester by bus and train

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2h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 108.1 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Leicestershire, Leicester, England and Manchester, England?

You can take a bus from Uxbridge Road to Manchester Piccadilly via Haymarket Bus Station, Rail Station, Leicester, and Nuneaton in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oakland Avenue to Manchester Central Coach Station via Haymarket Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 6m.

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