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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Wakefield is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Wakefield is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Mason Street and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via Liverpool Lime Street and Huddersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Wakefield?

The distance between Runcorn and Wakefield is 84 miles. The road distance is 64.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £21 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Runcorn to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Wakefield bus from?

Runcorn to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Wakefield train from?

Runcorn to Wakefield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Runcorn to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Wakefield is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £21 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £35 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Runcorn to Wakefield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Runcorn to Wakefield train arrive?

Runcorn to Wakefield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Huddersfield station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Wakefield is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Runcorn to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

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Runcorn to Wakefield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 100 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Runcorn 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 Liverpool Lime Street to Huddersfieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 41m
£21–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
5h 14m
£10–33
Drive 64.4 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Wakefieldcar 64.4 mi
1h 21m
£16–23
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Gbus 110
2. Take the train from Warrington Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
3h 9m
£19–50
Line 100 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N to Salford Crescent Rail Stationbus 100
2. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Dewsburytrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
5h 49m

Runcorn to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 83.6 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Huddersfield hourly. Tickets cost £11–45 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £19–27 and the journey takes 3h 5m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

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