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

The cheapest way to get from Rushden to Wakefield is to bus which costs £16 - £27 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rushden to Wakefield is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Rushden and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Rushden to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from (Rushden) Skinners Hill Layby and arriving at Queen Elizabeth GS via Coach Park and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Rushden to Wakefield?

The distance between Rushden and Wakefield is 132 miles. The road distance is 123 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rushden to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Rushden to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rushden to Wakefield bus from?

Rushden to Wakefield bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, depart from (Rushden) Skinners Hill Layby station.

Train or bus from Rushden to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Rushden to Wakefield is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £27 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Rushden to Wakefield bus arrive?

Rushden to Wakefield bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, arrive at Northampton Bus Interchange station.

Can I drive from Rushden to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Rushden to Wakefield is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Rushden to Wakefield.

Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2147+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Rushden to Wakefield - 5 ways to travel via train, line 94 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Rushden 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 Kettering to Leicestertrain
2. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Wakefield Westgatetrain
3h 42m
£56–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from (Rushden) Skinners Hill Layby to Northampton Bus Interchangebus X47 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Park to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31 / ...
6h 4m
£17–27
Line 94 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from (Rushden) Barwick House to Old Town Hallbus 94
2. Take the bus from Old Town Hall to Railway Stationbus X4
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Wakefield Westgatetrain
4h 8m
Drive 122.2 mi
1. Drive from Rushden to Wakefieldcar 122.2 mi
2h 17m
£31–44
Line 48 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Church Street Interchange to Railway Stationbus 48
2. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
6h 19m
£56–96

Rushden to Wakefield by bus and train

5Weekly Services

3h 42mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 131.5 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Rushden, Northamptonshire, England and Wakefield, England?

You can take a bus from (Rushden) Skinners Hill Layby to Wakefield Westgate via Rail Station Forecourt, Wellingborough, Kettering, Leicester, and Sheffield in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from (Rushden) Skinners Hill Layby to Queen Elizabeth GS via Northampton Bus Interchange, Coach Park, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 6h 4m.

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