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

The cheapest way to get from Rawtenstall to Leicester is to bus which costs £15 - £22 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rawtenstall to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Rawtenstall and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Rawtenstall station to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Bus station and arriving at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Rawtenstall and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Rawtenstall to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Bury and arriving at Leicester via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Rawtenstall to Leicester?

The distance between Rawtenstall and Leicester is 124 miles. The road distance is 108.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rawtenstall to Leicester without a car is to bus and tram and train which takes 3h 39m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Rawtenstall to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rawtenstall to Leicester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rawtenstall to Leicester train from?

Rawtenstall to Leicester train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Bury station.

Where does the Rawtenstall to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rawtenstall to Leicester train arrive?

Rawtenstall to Leicester train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Rawtenstall to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Rawtenstall to Leicester is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Rawtenstall to Leicester.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 999+ hotels available in Leicester.

Rawtenstall to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and car

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

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Bus, tram, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus station to Stanhope Avenuebus X43
2. Take the tram from Prestwich to Piccadillytram
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nuneatontrain
4. Take the train from Nuneaton to Leicestertrain
3h 39m
£42–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk079
5h 28m
£15–22
Drive 107.9 mi
1. Drive from Rawtenstall to Leicestercar 107.9 mi
2h 26m
£27–39
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Bury to Piccadillytram
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicestertrain
3h 45m
£47–80
Bus via Coop Live
1. Take the bus from Coop Live to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Mc4
6h 1m
£18–31

Rawtenstall to Leicester by bus, foot, tram, and train

115Weekly Services

3h 39mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.5 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost £12–19 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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