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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Leigh is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Leigh is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £11 - £18.

How far is it from Wakefield to Leigh?

The distance between Wakefield and Leigh is 57 miles. The road distance is 49.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Leigh without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Wakefield to Leigh, including transfers.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Leigh is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Wakefield to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3432+ hotels available in Leigh.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Leigh 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 Manchester PiccadillyYork - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Leigh Bus StationV1 / ...
2h 14m
Drive 49 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Leigh49 mi
1h 5m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Leigh49 mi
1h 5m
£100–130
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Westgate B to Dewsbury Bus Station268 / ...
2. Take the train from Dewsbury to Salford Crescent
3. Take the bus from Salford Crescent Rail Station to Leigh Bus StationV1 / ...
3h 53m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Wakefield to Leigh.

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Distance: 56.3 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Leigh, Wigan, England?

There is no direct connection from Wakefield to Leigh. However, you can take the train to Manchester Piccadilly, walk to St Peter's Square, then take the bus to Leigh Bus Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Wakefield to Leigh in around 1h 5m.

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