What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Leicester is to line 125 bus and bus which costs £17 - £25 and takes 7h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Leicester via Crewe and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Preston to Leicester?

The distance between Preston and Leicester is 131 miles. The road distance is 122.1 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £27 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Leicester?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Preston to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Leicester bus from?

Preston to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Leicester train from?

Preston to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Leicester?

The best way to get from Preston to Leicester is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £27 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Preston to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Leicester train arrive?

Preston to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Preston to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Leicester is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Preston to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Leicester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Leicester?

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Preston to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 125 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain
3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Leicestertrain
3h 3m
£28–93
Line 125 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk079
7h 38m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
5h 17m
£31–76
Drive 121.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Leicestercar 121.4 mi
2h 22m
£30–44
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicestertrain
3h 24m
£55–106

Preston to Leicester by train

145Weekly Trains

3h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 129.7 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Leicester via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 17m.

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