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

The cheapest way to get from Chorley to Leicester is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chorley to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Chorley and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Chorley to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Goring Street and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Bolton Interchange and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Chorley and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Chorley to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Chorley and arriving at Leicester via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Chorley to Leicester?

The distance between Chorley and Leicester is 131 miles. The road distance is 115 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chorley to Leicester without a car is to train via Sheffield which takes 3h 14m and costs £23 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Chorley to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chorley to Leicester bus from?

Chorley to Leicester bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chorley to Leicester train from?

Chorley to Leicester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chorley station.

Train or bus from Chorley to Leicester?

The best way to get from Chorley to Leicester is to train via Sheffield which takes 3h 14m and costs £23 - £90. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and bus, which costs and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Chorley to Leicester bus arrive?

Chorley to Leicester bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Chorley to Leicester train arrive?

Chorley to Leicester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Chorley to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chorley to Leicester is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Chorley to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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Chorley to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train via Sheffield
best
1. Take the train from Chorley to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicester
3h 14m
£23–89
Line 8 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchange8
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to St Margaret's Bus StationUk079
6h 36m
Drive 114.3 mi
1. Drive from Chorley to Leicester114.3 mi
2h 19m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Chorley to Manchester PiccadillyBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to NuneatonManchester Piccadilly - London Euston / ...
3h 17m
£42–104
Line 8 bus, bus #2
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchange8
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leicester St Margaret's Bus StationUk079
6h 36m

Chorley to Leicester by train

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3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 130.1 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Chorley, Lancashire, England and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Chorley to Leicester via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Goring Street to St Margaret's Bus Station via Bolton Interchange and Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 36m.

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