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 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Liverpool is to train via Wigan North Western which takes 3h 43m and costs £30 - £85.

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 33m.

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 via Wigan North Western which takes 3h 43m and costs £30 - £85.

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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, 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 via Wigan North Western which takes 3h 43m and costs £30 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 6h 33m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £190 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Leith to Liverpool bus arrive?

Leith to Liverpool bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus 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 - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Leith to Liverpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Wigan North Western
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
£33–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
6h 33m
£39–77
Drive 210.4 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Liverpool210.4 mi
4h 13m
£52–75
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
4h 56m
£66–182
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Liverpool Lime StreetEdinburgh - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 52m
£40–120
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street
6h 44m
£70–164
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 28m
£50–156

Leith to Liverpool by train

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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 Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 33m.

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