What is the cheapest way to get from Leith to Liverpool?

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Liverpool is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 6h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leith to Liverpool?

The fastest way to get from Leith to Liverpool is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £30 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Liverpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Leith station to Liverpool. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Leith and Liverpool?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Leith to Liverpool?

The distance between Leith and Liverpool is 225 miles. The road distance is 211.6 miles.

How do I travel from Leith to Liverpool without a car?

The best way to get from Leith to Liverpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £30 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Leith to Liverpool?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Leith to Liverpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leith to Liverpool bus from?

Leith to Liverpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leith to Liverpool train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Leith to Liverpool?

The best way to get from Leith to Liverpool is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 6h 37m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £190 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Leith to Liverpool bus arrive?

Leith to Liverpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Leith to Liverpool train arrive?

Leith to Liverpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Leith to Liverpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Liverpool is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Leith to Liverpool.

How do I get a train ticket from Leith to Liverpool?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leith to Liverpool?

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Where can I stay near Liverpool?

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Leith to Liverpool - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Leith to Liverpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan North WesternEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Edge HillWigan North Western - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 43m
£34–122
Train via Preston
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PrestonEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime StreetBlackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 3m
£24–99
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to GlasgowUk090 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
6h 37m
£39–76
Drive 210.4 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Liverpool210.4 mi
4h 13m
£53–76
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
5h 6m
£72–182
Train #2
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Liverpool Lime StreetEdinburgh - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 52m
£40–120
Fly to Manchester Airport, bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Edge Hill Station
5h 58m
£68–168
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Street
5h 24m
£50–170

Leith to Liverpool by train

47Weekly Trains

3h 43mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 223.7 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Leith, Scotland and Liverpool, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Edge Hill via Wigan North Western in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One via Glasgow and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 37m.

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