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

The cheapest way to get from Silkstone to Wakefield is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Silkstone to Wakefield is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £26 - £31.

Is there a direct bus between Silkstone and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Silkstone to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from High Street/Martin Croft and arriving at The Springs H via Barnsley Interchange/A13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Silkstone and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Silkstone to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Silkstone Common and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via Barnsley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Silkstone to Wakefield?

The distance between Silkstone and Wakefield is 15 miles. The road distance is 11.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Silkstone to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Silkstone to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Silkstone to Wakefield bus from?

Silkstone to Wakefield bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from High Street/Martin Croft station.

Where do I catch the Silkstone to Wakefield train from?

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

Train or bus from Silkstone to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Silkstone to Wakefield is to train which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £15. Alternatively, you can line 21 bus and bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Silkstone to Wakefield bus arrive?

Silkstone to Wakefield bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Barnsley Interchange/A5 station.

Where does the Silkstone to Wakefield train arrive?

Silkstone to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Barnsley station.

Can I drive from Silkstone to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Silkstone to Wakefield is 11 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Silkstone to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2011+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Silkstone to Wakefield - 5 ways to travel via train, line 21 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Silkstone to Wakefield by train, bus, taxi, 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 Silkstone Common to BarnsleyHuddersfield - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Barnsley to Wakefield KirkgateSheffield - Leeds / ...
44 min
£8–14
Drive 11.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Silkstone to Wakefield11.2 mi
17 min
£3–4
Line 21 bus, train
1. Take the bus from High Street/Martin Croft to Barnsley Interchange/A520 / ...
2. Take the train from Barnsley to Wakefield KirkgateSheffield - Leeds / ...
54 min
£8–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Silkstone to Wakefield11.2 mi
17 min
£26–31
Line 21 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from High Street/Martin Croft to Barnsley Interchange/A520 / ...
2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to The Springs H59 / ...
1h 25m
£6–9

Silkstone to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 15.2 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

You can take a train from Silkstone Common to Wakefield Kirkgate via Barnsley in around 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street/Martin Croft to The Springs H via Barnsley Interchange/A13 in around 1h 25m.

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