Accrington to Leicester: Road Trip Guide & Distance

92.2 miles 148.4 km · straight line
131.9 miles actual route 212.2 km · driving distance
2h 38min estimated drive time
£20 - £25 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
146° SSE bearing direction

How far is Accrington from Leicester?

The distance from Accrington to Leicester is 92.2 miles (148.4 km) as the crow flies. Leicester is located SSE of Accrington. By car, the driving distance is approximately 131.9 miles, taking about 2h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Accrington and Leicester. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Accrington to Leicester

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 38min £20 - £25 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 10min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 30min $16–$46* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Accrington & Leicester

Quick Facts

Accrington
53.75°N, 2.36°W
Europe/London
148m elevation
Leicester
52.64°N, 1.14°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 31 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 270 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM