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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Leith is to bus which costs £8 - £35 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Leith is to subway and train which takes 2h 6m and costs £7 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Leith?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Leith. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Leith?

The distance between Sunderland and Leith is 136 miles. The road distance is 117.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Leith without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 6m and costs £7 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Sunderland to Leith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Leith bus from?

Sunderland to Leith bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Leith train from?

Sunderland to Leith train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Sunderland station.

Where does the Sunderland to Leith bus arrive?

Sunderland to Leith bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Sunderland to Leith train arrive?

Sunderland to Leith train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Leith is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Sunderland to Leith.

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

Book your Sunderland to Leith train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Sunderland to Leith bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2496+ hotels available in Leith.

Sunderland to Leith - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sunderland to Leith by subway, 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.

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Sunderland to Central StationGrn
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 6m
£8–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn10 / ...
3h 10m
£8–35
Drive 116.8 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Leith116.8 mi
2h 34m
£30–43
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station598 / ...
4h 4m
£16–29

Sunderland to Leith by bus

156Weekly Buses

3h 10mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 135.1 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £8–35 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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