What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Leek?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Leek is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 6h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Leek?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Leek is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Leek?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Leek station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Coventry and bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Leek?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Leek. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Leek?

The distance between Cardiff and Leek is 176 miles. The road distance is 154.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Leek without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leek without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £70 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Leek?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Cardiff to Leek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leek bus from?

Cardiff to Leek bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leek train from?

Cardiff to Leek train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Leek?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leek is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Cardiff to Leek bus arrive?

Cardiff to Leek bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Leek train arrive?

Cardiff to Leek train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Leek?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Leek is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Cardiff to Leek.

Where can I stay near Leek?

There are 1575+ hotels available in Leek.

Cardiff to Leek - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 103 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Leek by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Stoke-on-Trenttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 8m
£72–116
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus Cp2
2. Take the bus from Coventry to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk980
6h 17m
£29–46
Drive 153.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Leekcar 153.4 mi
2h 51m
£38–55
Train, line 103 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to bus stationbus 103
5h 14m

Cardiff to Leek by train and bus

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5h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.6 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Leek, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Bus Station via Bristol Parkway, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent rail station, and bus station in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Coventry and bus station in around 6h 17m.

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