What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Wakefield?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Wakefield is to bus which costs £23 - £70 and takes 8h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Wakefield?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Wakefield is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via Shrewsbury and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Wakefield?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Wakefield is 184 miles. The road distance is 164.9 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to Wakefield without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth to Wakefield?

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Aberystwyth to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Wakefield bus from?

Aberystwyth to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Wakefield train from?

Aberystwyth to Wakefield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Wakefield is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £70 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Wakefield bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Wakefield train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Wakefield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Wakefield is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Aberystwyth to Wakefield.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to Wakefield?

Book your Aberystwyth to Wakefield train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 1988+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Aberystwyth to Wakefield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Wakefield 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 Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgate
5h 34m
£43–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station131 / ...
8h 12m
£24–67
Drive 164 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Wakefield164 mi
3h 32m
£42–60
Bus, train, line 268 bus
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5T3 / ...
3. Take the train from Chester to Bradford Interchange
4. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange Bus Station to Union Street J268
9h 34m

Aberystwyth to Wakefield by train

83Weekly Trains

5h 34mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 182.9 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Wakefield, England?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Wakefield Kirkgate via Shrewsbury and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Wakefield Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 12m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.