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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Wakefield is to rideshare which costs £1 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Wakefield is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leeds Dock B and arriving at Queen Elizabeth GS. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds and arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Leeds to Wakefield?

The distance between Leeds and Wakefield is 10 miles. The road distance is 10.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs £2 - £6.

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

The train from Leeds to Wakefield Westgate takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Wakefield bus from?

Leeds to Wakefield bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, depart from Leeds Dock B station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Wakefield train from?

Leeds to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Leeds to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Leeds to Wakefield is to train which takes 16 min and costs £2 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £8 and takes 34 min.

Where does the Leeds to Wakefield bus arrive?

Leeds to Wakefield bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, arrive at Queen Elizabeth GS station.

Where does the Leeds to Wakefield train arrive?

Leeds to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Wakefield is 10 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Leeds to Wakefield.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leeds to Wakefield?

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2045+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Can I share a ride from Leeds to Wakefield?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leeds and Wakefield. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Leeds to Wakefield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Leeds to Wakefield by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Leeds to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 9.8 mi
Duration: 16 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Wakefield Westgate every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2–6 and the journey takes 16 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Arriva Yorkshire operates a bus from Leeds Dock B to Queen Elizabeth GS every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 34 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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