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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Helmsley is to bus and line 843 bus which costs £7 - £9 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Helmsley is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Helmsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Helmsley. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Market Place via Leeds City Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Helmsley?

The distance between Wakefield and Helmsley is 56 miles. The road distance is 53.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Helmsley without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 48m and costs £13 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Wakefield to Helmsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Helmsley bus from?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Helmsley bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Helmsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Helmsley is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Wakefield to Helmsley.

Where can I stay near Helmsley?

There are 815+ hotels available in Helmsley.

Wakefield to Helmsley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Wakefield to Helmsley by train, 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Yorktrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Placebus M31
2h 48m
£13–20
Bus, line 843 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 843 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Placebus M31
4h 25m
£8–9
Drive 52.8 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Helmsleycar 52.8 mi
1h 13m
£14–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Helmsleytaxi 52.8 mi
1h 13m
£110–140
Train, bus via Wakefield Westgate
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Yorktrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Placebus M31
2h 55m
£22–29

Wakefield to Helmsley by train and bus

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2h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 55.7 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Market Place via Leeds City Bus Station and Rail Station in around 4h 25m.

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