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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Aintree is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Aintree is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Aintree?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Aintree Racecourse via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Aintree?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Old Roan via Huddersfield and Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Aintree?

The distance between Wakefield and Aintree is 78 miles. The road distance is 67.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Aintree without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £26 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Wakefield to Aintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Aintree bus from?

Wakefield to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Aintree train from?

Wakefield to Aintree train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Huddersfield station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Aintree?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Aintree is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £26 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £29 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Wakefield to Aintree bus arrive?

Wakefield to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aintree Racecourse station.

Where does the Wakefield to Aintree train arrive?

Wakefield to Aintree train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Aintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Aintree is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Wakefield to Aintree.

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

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Where can I stay near Aintree?

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Wakefield to Aintree - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 232 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Wakefield to Aintree by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Huddersfield to Liverpool Lime StreetNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 25m
£27–61
Drive 67 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Aintree67 mi
1h 22m
£17–25
Line 232 bus, train, line 345 bus
1. Take the bus from Westgate A to Huddersfield Bus Station232 / ...
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Liverpool Lime Street
3. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Hailebury Avenue345
3h 46m
£21–52
Train, line 345 bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime Street
3. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Hailebury Avenue345
3h 15m
£17–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Aintree RacecourseGn5
4h 41m
£21–29

Wakefield to Aintree by train and foot

124Weekly Services

2h 25mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.5 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Huddersfield to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £16–45 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Aintree Racecourse twice a week. Tickets cost £19–26 and the journey takes 3h.

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