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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Bacup is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Bacup is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Bacup?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Bacup. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Market Street via Leeds City Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Bacup?

The distance between Wakefield and Bacup is 46 miles. The road distance is 35.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Bacup without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £6 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Wakefield to Bacup, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Bacup bus from?

Wakefield to Bacup bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, depart from Wakefield Bus Station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Bacup?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Bacup is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £6 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Wakefield to Bacup bus arrive?

Wakefield to Bacup bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Bacup?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Bacup is 36 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Wakefield to Bacup.

Where can I stay near Bacup?

There are 2328+ hotels available in Bacup.

Wakefield to Bacup - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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 Leeds to TodmordenLeeds - Manchester Victoria / ...
2h 20m
£6–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus stationX43
3h 24m
Drive 35.5 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Bacup35.5 mi
1h 2m
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Bacup35.5 mi
1h 2m
£75–90
Line 268 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Westgate B to Carr Bottom Road268
2. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Rochdale Interchange587
3h 49m

Wakefield to Bacup by train and bus

111Weekly Services

2h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 45.5 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Todmorden every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–9 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Market Street via Leeds City Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 3h 24m.

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