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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Bury is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Bury is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Bury?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Bury. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Bury via Huddersfield and Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Bury?

The distance between Wakefield and Bury is 49 miles. The road distance is 39.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Bury without a car is to train and tram via Huddersfield which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Wakefield to Bury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Bury train from?

Wakefield to Bury train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Where does the Wakefield to Bury train arrive?

Wakefield to Bury train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Huddersfield station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Bury?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Bury is 39 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Wakefield to Bury.

Where can I stay near Bury?

There are 3698+ hotels available in Bury.

Wakefield to Bury - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 268 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Wakefield to Bury by train, tram, 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, tram via Huddersfield
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Huddersfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Manchester Victoriatrain
3. Take the tram from Victoria to Burytram
1h 30m
£17–29
Drive 39.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Burycar 39.2 mi
55 min
£10–14
Line 268 bus, train, line 471 bus
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus 268 / ...
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Rochdaletrain
3. Take the bus from Rochdale station to Bury East Lancs Railwaybus 471
3h 30m
£16–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Burytaxi 39.2 mi
55 min
£80–100
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Burytram Yellow Line
1h 46m
£17–29

Wakefield to Bury by bus and train

263Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

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

There is no direct connection from Wakefield to Bury. However, you can take the train to Huddersfield, take the train to Manchester Victoria, walk to Victoria, then take the vehicle to Bury. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bury East Lancs Railway via Bradford Interchange Bus Station, Bradford Interchange, Rochdale, and Rochdale station in around 3h 30m.

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