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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Harlech is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Harlech is to drive which takes 3h and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Harlech?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Harlech via Manchester Piccadilly, Shrewsbury and Dovey Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Harlech?

The distance between Wakefield and Harlech is 182 miles. The road distance is 141.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Harlech without a car is to train and bus via Chester which takes 7h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Wakefield to Harlech, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Harlech train from?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Harlech train arrive?

Wakefield to Harlech train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Harlech?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Harlech is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Wakefield to Harlech.

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

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Where can I stay near Harlech?

There are 942+ hotels available in Harlech.

Wakefield to Harlech - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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

Train, bus via Chester
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
4. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to The Australiabus T2
7h 12m
Drive 140.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Harlechcar 140.6 mi
3h
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Dovey Junctiontrain
4. Take the train from Dovey Junction to Harlechtrain
7h 32m
£66–129
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to The Australiabus T2
7h 34m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Wakefield to Harlech.

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Distance: 180.8 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Harlech, Wales?

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Harlech via Manchester Piccadilly, Shrewsbury, and Dovey Junction in around 7h 32m.

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