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

The cheapest way to get from Chesterfield to Wakefield is to bus which costs £7 - £12 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chesterfield to Wakefield is to train which takes 41 min and costs £7 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Chesterfield and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Chesterfield station to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Chesterfield and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chesterfield and arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Chesterfield to Wakefield?

The distance between Chesterfield and Wakefield is 40 miles. The road distance is 37.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs £7 - £18.

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

The train from Chesterfield to Wakefield Westgate takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Wakefield bus from?

Chesterfield to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Wakefield train from?

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

Train or bus from Chesterfield to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Wakefield is to train which takes 41 min and costs £7 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Chesterfield to Wakefield bus arrive?

Chesterfield to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Chesterfield to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chesterfield to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Chesterfield to Wakefield is 37 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Chesterfield to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2010+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Chesterfield to Wakefield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Chesterfield to Wakefield by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Wakefield WestgatePlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
41 min
£7–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Leeds City Bus StationUkn02
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Station110 / ...
2h 11m
£7–11
Drive 37.1 mi
1. Drive from Chesterfield to Wakefield37.1 mi
47 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chesterfield to Wakefield37.1 mi
47 min
£75–95

Chesterfield to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 39.5 mi
Duration: 41 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Chesterfield to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £9–18 and the journey takes 41 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Wakefield Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 11m.

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