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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Wakefield is to bus which costs £8 - £23 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Wakefield is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Middlesbrough station to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Express Lounge and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Middlesbrough and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Wakefield?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Wakefield is 86 miles. The road distance is 71.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £18 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Middlesbrough to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Wakefield bus from?

Middlesbrough to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Express Lounge.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Wakefield train from?

Middlesbrough to Wakefield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Middlesbrough station.

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Wakefield is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £18 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £23 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Wakefield bus arrive?

Middlesbrough to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Wakefield train arrive?

Middlesbrough to Wakefield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Wakefield is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Middlesbrough to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

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Middlesbrough to Wakefield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Middlesbrough to Wakefield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Leedstrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 48m
£18–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
2h 5m
£9–22
Drive 70.7 mi
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Wakefieldcar 70.7 mi
1h 21m
£17–25
Train via York
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Yorktrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from York to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 17m
£15–61
Train via Darlington
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Darlingtontrain Saltburn - Darlington / ...
2. Take the train from Darlington to Wakefield Westgatetrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 32m
£22–42

Middlesbrough to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 85.5 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Middlesbrough to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £16–55 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Wakefield Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 5m.

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