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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Doncaster is to line 496 bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Doncaster is to train which takes 16 min and costs £2 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Doncaster?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kirkgate E and arriving at North Bridge Road/Church Way. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Doncaster?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Doncaster. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Wakefield to Doncaster?

The distance between Wakefield and Doncaster is 20 miles. The road distance is 20.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs £2 - £23.

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

The train from Wakefield Westgate to Doncaster takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Doncaster bus from?

Wakefield to Doncaster bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, depart from Kirkgate E station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Doncaster train from?

Wakefield to Doncaster train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Doncaster?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Doncaster is to train which takes 16 min and costs £2 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 496 bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Wakefield to Doncaster bus arrive?

Wakefield to Doncaster bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, arrive at North Bridge Road/Church Way station.

Where does the Wakefield to Doncaster train arrive?

Wakefield to Doncaster train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Doncaster is 21 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Wakefield to Doncaster.

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

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Where can I stay near Doncaster?

There are 551+ hotels available in Doncaster.

Wakefield to Doncaster - 4 ways to travel via train, line 496 bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to DoncasterLeeds - London Kings Cross / ...
16 min
£2–23
Line 496 bus
1. Take the bus from Kirkgate E to North Bridge Road/Church Way496
1h 15m
£3–5
Drive 20.4 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Doncaster20.4 mi
33 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Doncaster20.4 mi
33 min
£40–55

Wakefield to Doncaster by train

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Distance: 19.8 mi
Duration: 16 min

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Doncaster hourly. Tickets cost £5–16 and the journey takes 16 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Arriva Yorkshire operates a bus from Kirkgate E to North Bridge Road/Church Way once daily. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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