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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Blackpool is to bus and line 61 bus which costs £12 - £35 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Blackpool is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Buchanan Street via Leeds City Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Blackpool North via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Blackpool?

The distance between Wakefield and Blackpool is 89 miles. The road distance is 75.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £13 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Wakefield to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Blackpool bus from?

Wakefield to Blackpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Blackpool train from?

Wakefield to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £13 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 61 bus, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Wakefield to Blackpool bus arrive?

Wakefield to Blackpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Wakefield to Blackpool train arrive?

Wakefield to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackpool North station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Blackpool is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Wakefield to Blackpool.

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

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Wakefield to Blackpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 61 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Blackpool by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Blackpool NorthYork - Blackpool North / ...
3h 2m
£13–67
Bus, line 61 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Street61
5h 16m
£12–31
Drive 75.1 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Blackpool75.1 mi
1h 48m
£19–27
Line 268 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Station268 / ...
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Blackpool NorthYork - Blackpool North / ...
4h 9m
£13–59

Wakefield to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 88 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Blackpool North hourly. Tickets cost £11–60 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Buchanan Street via Leeds City Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 5h 16m.

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