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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Leith is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Leith is to drive which takes 4h and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Leith station. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Leith?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Leith. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Leith?

The distance between Liverpool and Leith is 226 miles. The road distance is 217.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Leith without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Liverpool to Leith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Leith bus from?

Liverpool to Leith bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Leith train from?

Liverpool to Leith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Liverpool to Leith?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Leith is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 5h 26m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £230 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Liverpool to Leith bus arrive?

Liverpool to Leith bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Liverpool to Leith train arrive?

Liverpool to Leith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Leith is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Liverpool to Leith.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

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Liverpool to Leith - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to PrestonLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 12m
£31–129
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Buchanan Bus Station802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station900
5h 26m
£33–55
Drive 216.6 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Leith216.6 mi
4h
£54–78
Fly Liverpool to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
4h 54m
£74–224
Bus to Manchester Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Edge Hill Station to Manchester Airport The Station
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
5h 14m
£70–147
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h 2m
£50–157
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
5h 36m
£56–222

Liverpool to Leith by train

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4h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 225.1 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Edinburgh Waverley via Preston in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 26m.

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