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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Wakefield is to bus which costs £24 - £60 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Wakefield is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Queen Elizabeth GS via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gloucester and arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Wakefield?

The distance between Gloucester and Wakefield is 157 miles. The road distance is 156.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £90.

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

The train from Gloucester to Wakefield Westgate takes 2h 57m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Wakefield bus from?

Gloucester to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Wakefield train from?

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

Train or bus from Gloucester to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Wakefield is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Gloucester to Wakefield bus arrive?

Gloucester to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Gloucester to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gloucester to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Wakefield is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Gloucester to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2075+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Gloucester to Wakefield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 Gloucester to Wakefield Westgatetrain Bristol Temple Meads - Edinburgh / ...
2h 57m
£40–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
6h 6m
£24–56
Drive 155.3 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Wakefieldcar 155.3 mi
2h 46m
£38–54
Train via Cheltenham Spa
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 32m
£61–277

Gloucester to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 155.6 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Gloucester to Wakefield Westgate once daily. Tickets cost £40–90 and the journey takes 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Transport Hub to Queen Elizabeth GS via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 6h 6m.

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