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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Burnley is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Burnley is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Burnley?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Mechanics Institute via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Burnley?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Burnley Manchester Road via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Burnley?

The distance between Wakefield and Burnley is 48 miles. The road distance is 38.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Burnley without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £8 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Wakefield to Burnley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Burnley bus from?

Wakefield to Burnley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Wakefield Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Burnley train from?

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

Train or bus from Wakefield to Burnley?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Burnley is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £8 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Wakefield to Burnley bus arrive?

Wakefield to Burnley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Wakefield to Burnley train arrive?

Wakefield to Burnley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Burnley Manchester Road station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Burnley?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Burnley is 38 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Wakefield to Burnley.

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

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Where can I stay near Burnley?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
1h 54m
£8–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 110
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Mechanics Institutebus X43
4h 1m
Drive 37.9 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Burnleycar 37.9 mi
1h 5m
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Burnleytaxi 37.9 mi
1h 5m
£80–95
Line 268 bus, line 591 bus
1. Take the bus from Westgate B to Carr Bottom Roadbus 268
2. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 591
4h 3m

Wakefield to Burnley by train

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Distance: 47.6 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Burnley Manchester Road hourly. Tickets cost £6–21 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Mechanics Institute via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 1m.

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