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

The cheapest way to get from Altrincham to Wakefield is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Altrincham to Wakefield is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Altrincham and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Altrincham to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Altrincham Interchange and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Altrincham and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Altrincham to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Altrincham and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Altrincham to Wakefield?

The distance between Altrincham and Wakefield is 48 miles. The road distance is 51.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Altrincham to Wakefield without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 15m and costs £15 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Altrincham to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Wakefield bus from?

Altrincham to Wakefield bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Altrincham Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Wakefield train from?

Altrincham to Wakefield train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Altrincham station.

Where does the Altrincham to Wakefield bus arrive?

Altrincham to Wakefield bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Charlotte Street station.

Where does the Altrincham to Wakefield train arrive?

Altrincham to Wakefield train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Altrincham to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Altrincham to Wakefield is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Altrincham to Wakefield.

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

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Altrincham to Wakefield - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 263 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Altrincham to Wakefield by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Altrincham to Piccadillytram Purple Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2h 15m
£16–39
Drive 50.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Altrincham to Wakefieldcar 50.8 mi
1h 11m
£13–18
Line 263 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Altrincham Interchange to Charlotte Streetbus 263
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 110
3h 21m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Altrincham to Wakefieldtaxi 50.8 mi
1h 11m
£100–130

Altrincham to Wakefield by tram and train

121Weekly Services

2h 15mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 47.3 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Altrincham, England and Wakefield, England?

You can take a bus from Altrincham Interchange to Wakefield Bus Station via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 21m.

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