What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Leicester Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Leicester Central Station is to bus which costs £13 - £22 and takes 3h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Leicester Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Leicester Central Station is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Leicester Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Leicester Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Leicester Central Station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Leicester via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Manchester to Leicester Central Station?

The distance between Manchester and Leicester Central Station is 106 miles. The road distance is 88.6 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Leicester Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Leicester Central Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £40 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Leicester Central Station?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Manchester to Leicester Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Leicester Central Station bus from?

Manchester to Leicester Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Leicester Central Station train from?

Manchester to Leicester Central Station train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Leicester Central Station?

The best way to get from Manchester to Leicester Central Station is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £22 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Manchester to Leicester Central Station bus arrive?

Manchester to Leicester Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Leicester Central Station train arrive?

Manchester to Leicester Central Station train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Leicester Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Leicester Central Station is 89 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Manchester to Leicester Central Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Leicester Central Station?

Book your Manchester to Leicester Central Station train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Leicester Central Station?

Book your Manchester to Leicester Central Station bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leicester Central Station?

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Manchester to Leicester Central Station - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Leicester Central Station by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nuneatontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
2h 17m
£41–66
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk079
3h 51m
£13–22
Drive 88 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Leicester Central Stationcar 88 mi
2h 15m
£22–31
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3h 5m
£46–74
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
4h 28m
£25–61

Manchester to Leicester Central Station by train and foot

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2h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 105.6 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Leicester Central Station, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Leicester Central Station via Nuneaton and Leicester in around 2h 17m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost £13–22 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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