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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Wakefield is to bus which costs £23 - £50 and takes 8h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Wakefield is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £35 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Basildon and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Basildon station to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Queen Elizabeth GS via Bus Station, Coach Station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via West Ham station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Basildon to Wakefield?

The distance between Basildon and Wakefield is 203 miles. The road distance is 194.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Basildon to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Wakefield bus from?

Basildon to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Wakefield train from?

Basildon to Wakefield train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Basildon to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Basildon to Wakefield is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £50 and takes 8h 41m, you could also fly, which costs £190 - £550 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Basildon to Wakefield bus arrive?

Basildon to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Finchley Road Station.

Where does the Basildon to Wakefield train arrive?

Basildon to Wakefield train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Wakefield is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Basildon to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

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Basildon to Wakefield - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Basildon to Wakefield by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield WestgateLondon Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 15m
£37–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Finchley Road StationA6
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Leeds City Bus StationUk010 / ...
8h 41m
£23–46
Drive 193.5 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Wakefield193.5 mi
3h 17m
£48–69
Fly London City Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)LCY - LBA
6h 21m
£198–528
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to SheffieldLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Wakefield KirkgateSheffield - Leeds / ...
4h 47m
£48–188
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basildon to West Ham
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgate
5h 42m
£91–283

Basildon to Wakefield by train and subway

235Weekly Services

3h 15mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.4 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £30–95 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Queen Elizabeth GS via Bus Station, Coach Station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 41m.

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