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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Wakefield is to bus and line 110 bus which costs £11 - £17 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Wakefield is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £55 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne and arriving at Queen Elizabeth GS via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Wakefield?

The distance between Gateshead and Wakefield is 115 miles. The road distance is 100.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £55 - £150.

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

The train from Newcastle to Wakefield Westgate takes 1h 46m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Wakefield bus from?

Gateshead to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Wakefield train from?

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

Train or bus from Gateshead to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Wakefield is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus and line 110 bus, which costs £11 - £17 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Gateshead to Wakefield bus arrive?

Gateshead to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Gateshead to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gateshead to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Wakefield is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Gateshead to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2078+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Gateshead to Wakefield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 110 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gateshead to Wakefield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Wakefield Westgatetrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
1h 46m
£55–150
Bus, line 110 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk001 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Queen Elizabeth GSbus 110
2h 59m
£11–17
Drive 100.3 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Wakefieldcar 100.3 mi
1h 51m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
3h 35m
£24–31

Gateshead to Wakefield by train

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1h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 114.4 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £55–150 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Queen Elizabeth GS via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 59m.

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