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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Wakefield is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Wakefield is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Queen Elizabeth GS via Buchanan Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Wakefield?

The distance between Falkirk and Wakefield is 257 miles. The road distance is 219.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Wakefield without a car is to train via York which takes 4h 21m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Falkirk to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Wakefield bus from?

Falkirk to Wakefield bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from St Andrew`s Church station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Wakefield train from?

Falkirk to Wakefield train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Falkirk Grahamston station.

Train, bus or fly from Falkirk to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Wakefield is to train via York which takes 4h 21m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 45m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £200 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Falkirk to Wakefield bus arrive?

Falkirk to Wakefield bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Falkirk to Wakefield train arrive?

Falkirk to Wakefield train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Wakefield is 219 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Falkirk to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

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Falkirk to Wakefield - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Falkirk 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 via York
best
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to YorkInverness - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from York to Wakefield KirkgateYork - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 21m
£71–170
Drive 217.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Falkirk to Wakefield217.9 mi
4h 13m
£54–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus StationX37
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus StationUkn31
7h 45m
Fly Edinburgh Airport 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 37m
£82–210
Train
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Edinburgh WaverleyDunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wakefield WestgateEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 49m
£64–169
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)EDI - LBA
6h 57m
£78–194
Fly Edinburgh Airport 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 37m
£76–196
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)GLA - LBA
7h 18m
£70–158
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
6h 8m
£67–185

Falkirk to Wakefield by train

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4h 21mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.1 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Wakefield Kirkgate via York in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Queen Elizabeth GS via Buchanan Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 7h 45m.

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