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 £29 - £75 and takes 5h 45m.

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 Park Place and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Leek?

The distance between Cardiff and Leek is 166 miles. The road distance is 154.2 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 4h 23m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m 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 Park Place station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Leek?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leek is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Cardiff to Leek bus arrive?

Cardiff to Leek bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 1528+ hotels available in Leek.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stoke-on-Trenttrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 23m
£72–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to bus stationbus 551 / ...
5h 45m
£29–71
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
4h 51m

Cardiff to Leek by train and bus

98Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165.4 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Bus Station via Birmingham New Street, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent rail station, and bus station in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and bus station in around 5h 45m.

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