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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Wakefield is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Wakefield is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Wakefield?

The distance between Bournemouth and Wakefield is 287 miles. The road distance is 250.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Wakefield without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 31m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Bournemouth to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Wakefield train from?

Bournemouth to Wakefield train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Wakefield train arrive?

Bournemouth to Wakefield train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Wakefield is 251 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Bournemouth to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2174+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Bournemouth to Wakefield - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Bournemouth to Wakefield by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield Westgatetrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
4h 31m
£102–170
Drive 249.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Wakefieldcar 249.2 mi
4h 10m
£62–90
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth 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 39m
£96–231
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Wakefield Westgatetrain Bournemouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 1m
£120–190
Train #2
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 30m
£123–185
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
6h
£86–308
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Wakefield Westgatetrain
5h 57m
£139–309

Bournemouth to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 285.4 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Wakefield Westgate via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 4h 31m.

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