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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Wakefield is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Wakefield is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Swindon to Wakefield?

The distance between Swindon and Wakefield is 256 miles. The road distance is 174.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Wakefield without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 27m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Swindon to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Wakefield train from?

Swindon to Wakefield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Where does the Swindon to Wakefield train arrive?

Swindon to Wakefield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Wakefield is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Swindon to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2203+ hotels available in Wakefield.

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield Westgatetrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 27m
£90–145
Drive 173.1 mi
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1. Drive from Swindon to Wakefieldcar 173.1 mi
3h 16m
£43–62
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane BRS - LBA
6h 48m
£74–153
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 23m
£83–133
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Swindon 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
5h 17m
£113–338

Swindon to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 254.7 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Wakefield Westgate via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 27m.

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