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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Wakefield is to bus which costs £6 - £27 and takes 3h 15m.

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 £22 - £90.

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 John Dobson Street and arriving at Queen Elizabeth GS via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

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 £22 - £90.

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 John Dobson Street 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 £22 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £27 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Gateshead to Wakefield bus arrive?

Gateshead to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus 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 50m 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 2045+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Gateshead to Wakefield - 4 ways to travel via train, 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 WestgateEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
1h 46m
£22–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Leeds City Bus StationUk073 / ...
3h 15m
£7–27
Drive 100.3 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Wakefield100.3 mi
1h 50m
£25–36
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station172 / ...
3h 32m
£10–30

Gateshead to Wakefield by train

103Weekly Trains

1h 46mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.5 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 £22–90 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from John Dobson Street to Leeds City Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £5–24 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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