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

The cheapest way to get from Leek to Sunderland is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leek to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Leek and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Leek station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Leek and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Leek to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Sunderland via Stockport, Doncaster and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Leek to Sunderland?

The distance between Leek and Sunderland is 215 miles. The road distance is 156.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leek to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Leek to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leek to Sunderland bus from?

Leek to Sunderland bus services, operated by Aimee's, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leek to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Leek to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Leek to Sunderland is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Macclesfield, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Leek to Sunderland bus arrive?

Leek to Sunderland bus services, operated by Aimee's, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Leek to Sunderland train arrive?

Leek to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Leek to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Leek to Sunderland is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Leek to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1919+ hotels available in Sunderland.

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There are 5 ways to get from Leek to Sunderland by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stockport to Doncastertrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 27m
£58–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
8h 10m
£32–70
Bus via Macclesfield
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 109
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
6h 13m
£34–76
Drive 155.5 mi
1. Drive from Leek to Sunderlandcar 155.5 mi
2h 59m
£39–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 109
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain
6h 13m
£62–108

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Map of how to get from Leek to Sunderland.

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Distance: 213.6 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Staffs Moorlands Council Offices to Sunderland via Bus Station, Macclesfield, Stockport, Doncaster, and Newcastle in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Interchange via Bus Station, Macclesfield, Manchester Piccadilly, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 6h 13m.

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