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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Towcester is to bus via Northampton Town Centre which costs £5 - £9 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Towcester is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Towcester?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Towcester. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Northgate via Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Leicester to Towcester?

The distance between Leicester and Towcester is 42 miles. The road distance is 40.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Towcester without a car is to bus which takes 2h 23m and costs £17 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Leicester to Towcester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Towcester bus from?

Leicester to Towcester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Towcester bus arrive?

Leicester to Towcester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Northampton Bus Interchange station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Towcester?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Towcester is 41 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Leicester to Towcester.

Where can I stay near Towcester?

There are 1000+ hotels available in Towcester.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Northampton Bus Interchangebus 440
2. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to Northgatebus 88 / ...
2h 23m
£17–24
Bus via Northampton Town Centre
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk900
2. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to Northgatebus 88 / ...
2h 46m
£5–9
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nuneatontrain
2. Take the train from Rugby to Northamptontrain
3. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to Northgatebus 88 / ...
3h 25m
£33–139
Drive 40.7 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Towcestercar 40.7 mi
47 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester to Towcestertaxi 40.7 mi
47 min
£120–160

Leicester to Towcester by bus

7Weekly Buses

2h 23mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Leicester to Towcester.

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Distance: 41.9 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Northgate via Northampton Bus Interchange in around 2h 23m.

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