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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Wakefield is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Wakefield is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £85 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Dover to Wakefield?

The distance between Dover and Wakefield is 254 miles. The road distance is 253.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Dover to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Wakefield train from?

Dover to Wakefield train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Where does the Dover to Wakefield train arrive?

Dover to Wakefield train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Wakefield is 254 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Dover to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2180+ hotels available in Wakefield.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield Westgatetrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 25m
£89–151
Drive 252 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dover to Wakefieldcar 252 mi
4h 21m
£62–89
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
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 6m
£131–363
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
4h 44m
£123–216
Train to London City Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LCY - LBA
7h 23m
£272–587

Dover to Wakefield by train

121Weekly Trains

3h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 252.1 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Wakefield Westgate via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 3h 25m.

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