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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £17 - £55 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Edinburgh?

The distance between Wakefield and Edinburgh is 239 miles. The road distance is 200.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £50 - £80.

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

The train from Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh Waverley takes 3h 23m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Wakefield to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £50 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £55 and takes 5h 41m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £180 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Wakefield to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Wakefield to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Wakefield to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Edinburgh is 200 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Wakefield to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Wakefield to Edinburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Wakefield to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 23m
£50–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn11 / ...
5h 41m
£17–53
Drive 199.3 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Edinburgh199.3 mi
4h 3m
£49–71
Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LBA - EDI
5h 19m
£67–177
Bus via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station180 / ...
6h 51m
£17–78
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
5h 36m
£73–188
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
4h 40m
£68–261

Wakefield to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 237.7 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £50–80 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £15–50 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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