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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Wakefield is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Wakefield is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £100 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Services depart six times a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Reading to Wakefield?

The distance between Reading and Wakefield is 196 miles. The road distance is 184.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £100 - £150.

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

The train from Reading to Wakefield Westgate takes 3h 13m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Reading to Wakefield train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Wakefield is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Reading to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 1049+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Reading to Wakefield - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Wakefield by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Wakefield Westgatetrain Reading - Leeds
3h 13m
£100–150
Drive 183.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Wakefieldcar 183.1 mi
3h 16m
£45–65
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
4h 59m
£93–307
Train via London
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield Westgatetrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 14m
£68–137
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Reading to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
3h 43m
£99–145
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
4h 39m
£105–204

Reading to Wakefield by train

6Weekly Trains

3h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 195.3 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Wakefield Westgate 6 times a week. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 3h 13m.

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