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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Durham is to bus which costs £13 - £18 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Durham is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £30 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Durham. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Durham University via Leeds York St Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Durham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Durham?

The distance between Wakefield and Durham is 101 miles. The road distance is 86.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Durham without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £30 - £110.

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

The train from Wakefield Westgate to Durham takes 1h 36m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Durham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Durham train from?

Wakefield to Durham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Durham?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Durham is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £18 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Wakefield to Durham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Durham train arrive?

Wakefield to Durham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Durham station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Durham is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Wakefield to Durham.

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 334+ hotels available in Durham.

Wakefield to Durham - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Wakefield to Durham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Durhamtrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
1h 36m
£30–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds York St Bus Station to Durham Universitybus megabus M20
3h 16m
£13–18
Drive 85.9 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Durhamcar 85.9 mi
1h 39m
£21–30

Wakefield to Durham by train

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Distance: 100.8 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £30–110 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Durham University via Leeds York St Bus Station in around 3h 16m.

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