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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Wakefield is to bus which costs £17 - £45 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Wakefield is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £50 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Queen Elizabeth GS via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Wakefield?

The distance between Edinburgh and Wakefield is 239 miles. The road distance is 200 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £50 - £95.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wakefield Westgate takes 3h 21m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Wakefield bus from?

Edinburgh to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Wakefield train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Wakefield is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £45 and takes 5h 25m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £180 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Wakefield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Wakefield is 200 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Edinburgh to Wakefield.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Wakefield train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2045+ hotels available in Wakefield.

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

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

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 Edinburgh Waverley to Wakefield WestgateEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 21m
£50–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus StationUkn11 / ...
5h 25m
£17–44
Drive 198.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Wakefield198.9 mi
4h 3m
£49–70
Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)EDI - LBA
5h 47m
£66–176
Bus via Wakefield Bus Station
1. Take the bus from North St David Street to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station832
6h 2m
£30–60
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgate
6h 27m
£74–190
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
5h 27m
£68–192

Edinburgh to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 237.6 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Wakefield, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 3h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £16–45 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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