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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Leek is to bus which costs £18 - £28 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Leek is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Leek?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Leek station. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Leek?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Leek. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Macclesfield via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Darlington to Leek?

The distance between Darlington and Leek is 153 miles. The road distance is 129.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Leek without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Darlington to Leek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Leek bus from?

Darlington to Leek bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Leek train from?

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

Train or bus from Darlington to Leek?

The best way to get from Darlington to Leek is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus via Macclesfield, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Darlington to Leek bus arrive?

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

Where does the Darlington to Leek train arrive?

Darlington to Leek train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Leek?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Leek is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Darlington to Leek.

Where can I stay near Leek?

There are 1595+ hotels available in Leek.

Darlington to Leek - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 59m
£43–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darlington to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk980 / ...
6h
£19–27
Bus via Macclesfield
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 109
5h 7m
£23–40
Drive 128.6 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Leekcar 128.6 mi
2h 31m
£32–46

Darlington to Leek by train, tram, and bus

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3h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 152.2 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Darlington to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station, Manchester Piccadilly, Macclesfield, and Bus Station in around 5h 7m.

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