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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Northampton is to bus which costs £18 - £25 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Northampton is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Coach Park via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Northampton via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Wakefield to Northampton?

The distance between Wakefield and Northampton is 155 miles. The road distance is 121 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £25 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Wakefield to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Northampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Northampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Wakefield to Northampton?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Northampton is to train which takes 3h and costs £25 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £25 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Wakefield to Northampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Northampton train arrive?

Wakefield to Northampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Northampton is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Wakefield to Northampton.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
3h
£26–183
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 Coach Parkbus Ukn31 / ...
4h 21m
£18–25
Drive 120.3 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Northamptoncar 120.3 mi
2h 5m
£29–42
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Nottinghamtrain Leeds - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk900 / ...
4h 34m
£30–49

Wakefield to Northampton by train

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Distance: 153.7 mi
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Northampton via Birmingham New Street in around 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Coach Park via Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 21m.

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