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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Leek is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Leek is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Leek?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Leek. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Leek?

The distance between Edinburgh and Leek is 271 miles. The road distance is 242.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Leek without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Edinburgh to Leek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Leek train from?

Edinburgh to Leek train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Leek train arrive?

Edinburgh to Leek train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Leek?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Leek is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Edinburgh to Leek.

Where can I stay near Leek?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Leek.

Edinburgh to Leek - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to Leek by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 12m
£65–145
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Stoke-on-Trenttrain
6h 42m
£55–165
Drive 241.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Leekcar 241.5 mi
4h 27m
£60–86
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trenttrain
6h 45m
£80–186
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 109
5h 40m
£74–121
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Stoke-on-Trenttrain
6h 1m
£58–160
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Stoke-on-Trenttrain
7h 59m
£102–218

Edinburgh to Leek by train and bus

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5h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 269.5 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Leek, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewe every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–130 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.

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