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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Wakefield is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Wakefield is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Wakefield?

The distance between Basingstoke and Wakefield is 212 miles. The road distance is 201 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £90 - £270.

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

The train from Basingstoke to Wakefield Westgate takes 3h 29m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Wakefield train from?

Basingstoke to Wakefield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Wakefield train arrive?

Basingstoke to Wakefield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Wakefield is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Basingstoke to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2048+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Basingstoke to Wakefield - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Wakefield by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wakefield Westgatetrain Southampton Central - Leeds
3h 29m
£90–270
Drive 199.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Wakefieldcar 199.8 mi
3h 27m
£49–71
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
5h 30m
£76–247
Train via London
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield Westgatetrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 48m
£57–146
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
4h 26m
£87–205

Basingstoke to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 210.6 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Basingstoke to Wakefield Westgate 5 times a week. Tickets cost £90–270 and the journey takes 3h 29m.

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