What is the cheapest way to get from Northampton to Leigh?

The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Leigh is to bus and train which costs £27 - £45 and takes 4h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northampton to Leigh?

The fastest way to get from Northampton to Leigh is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Northampton and Leigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Northampton to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from Coach Park and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Northampton to Leigh?

The distance between Northampton and Leigh is 142 miles. The road distance is 135.6 miles.

How do I travel from Northampton to Leigh without a car?

The best way to get from Northampton to Leigh without a car is to train and line 34 bus which takes 3h 38m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Northampton to Leigh?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Northampton to Leigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Leigh bus from?

Northampton to Leigh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Northampton to Leigh bus arrive?

Northampton to Leigh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Northampton to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Northampton to Leigh is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Northampton to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3558+ hotels available in Leigh.

Northampton to Leigh - 5 ways to travel via train, line 34 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Northampton to Leigh by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 34 bus
best
1. Take the train from Northampton to Rugbytrain
2. Take the train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newton-le-Willowstrain
4. Take the bus from Newton-le-Willows Interchange to Leigh Bus Stationbus 34
3h 38m
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Park to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
3. Take the bus from Chester Street to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1
4h 49m
£27–42
Drive 134.8 mi
1. Drive from Northampton to Leighcar 134.8 mi
2h 20m
£34–49
Train, line 610 bus
1. Take the train from Northampton to Coventrytrain
2. Take the train from Coventry to Wigan North Westerntrain
3. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Leigh Bus Stationbus 610
4h 37m
£46–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
5h 46m
£28–46

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Distance: 141 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Northampton, England and Leigh, Wigan, England?

National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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