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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Wakefield is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Wakefield is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Queen Elizabeth GS via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Wakefield?

The distance between Cardiff and Wakefield is 213 miles. The road distance is 210.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £100 - £150.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Wakefield Westgate takes 4h 1m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Wakefield bus from?

Cardiff to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Wakefield train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Wakefield is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Cardiff to Wakefield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Wakefield is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Cardiff to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

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Cardiff to Wakefield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Wakefield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Wakefield Westgatetrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
4h 1m
£100–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk078
7h 50m
£25–39
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
7h 14m
£44–102
Drive 208.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Wakefieldcar 208.9 mi
3h 44m
£52–75
Train via Cheltenham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cheltenham Spatrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 36m
£100–154

Cardiff to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 212.2 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Wakefield Westgate 5 times a week. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Queen Elizabeth GS via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 7h 14m.

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