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

The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Leigh is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peterborough to Leigh is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Peterborough and Leigh?

No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Leigh. However, there are services departing from Peterborough and arriving at Newton-le-Willows via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Peterborough to Leigh?

The distance between Peterborough and Leigh is 178 miles. The road distance is 141.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peterborough to Leigh without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Peterborough to Leigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Leigh train from?

Peterborough to Leigh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.

Where does the Peterborough to Leigh train arrive?

Peterborough to Leigh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Peterborough to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterborough to Leigh is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Peterborough to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3587+ hotels available in Leigh.

Peterborough to Leigh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Peterborough to Leigh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 57m
£59–97
Drive 140.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Peterborough to Leighcar 140.5 mi
2h 43m
£35–50
Train, bus via Leeds
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1 / ...
4h 15m
£48–74
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Chester Street to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1
4h 11m
£71–102

Peterborough to Leigh by train and bus

134Weekly Services

3h 57mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.5 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

You can take a train from Peterborough to Leigh Bus Station via Leeds, Newton-le-Willows, and Newton-le-Willows Interchange in around 3h 57m.

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