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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Leek is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Leek is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Leek?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Leek station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Leek?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Leek. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Kidsgrove via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Leek?

The distance between Carlisle and Leek is 169 miles. The road distance is 150.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Leek without a car is to train and line 103 bus which takes 4h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Carlisle to Leek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Leek bus from?

Carlisle to Leek bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Leek train from?

Carlisle to Leek train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Leek?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Leek is to bus which takes 5h 49m and costs £25 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Carlisle to Leek bus arrive?

Carlisle to Leek bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Leek train arrive?

Carlisle to Leek train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Leek?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Leek is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Carlisle to Leek.

Where can I stay near Leek?

There are 1547+ hotels available in Leek.

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

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

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Train, line 103 bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to bus stationbus 103
4h 7m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk980 / ...
5h 49m
£25–42
Drive 149.8 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Leekcar 149.8 mi
2h 39m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Kidsgrovetrain Manchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent
5h 2m
£48–79

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Distance: 168.3 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Leek, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and bus station in around 5h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlisle to Bus Station via Manchester Piccadilly, Kidsgrove, Tesco Store, and bus station in around 5h 2m.

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