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

The cheapest way to get from Shirley to Leicester is to line 82 bus and bus which costs £8 - £9 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirley to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Shirley and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Shirley to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Thornyfield Road and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Shirley to Leicester?

The distance between Shirley and Leicester is 48 miles. The road distance is 38.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shirley to Leicester without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 18m and costs £23 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Shirley to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirley to Leicester bus from?

Shirley to Leicester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Thornyfield Road station.

Where does the Shirley to Leicester bus arrive?

Shirley to Leicester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Shirley to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirley to Leicester is 38 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Shirley to Leicester.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 1006+ hotels available in Leicester.

Shirley to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Thornyfield Road to Park Streetbus 4A
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
2h 18m
£23–33
Line 82 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Solihull Town Centre to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 82 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 148
3h 53m
£8–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thornyfield Road to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 4A
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
2h 50m
£10–23
Drive 37.9 mi
1. Drive from Shirley to Leicestercar 37.9 mi
1h 1m
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shirley to Leicestertaxi 37.9 mi
1h 1m
£120–150

Shirley to Leicester by bus, foot, and train

233Weekly Services

2h 18mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 48.2 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Shirley, Solihull, England and Leicester, England?

You can take a bus from Thornyfield Road to St Margaret's Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 2h 50m.

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