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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Preston is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Preston. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Preston via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Preston?

The distance between Wakefield and Preston is 71 miles. The road distance is 58.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Preston without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 1h 59m and costs £17 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Wakefield to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Preston is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Wakefield to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2122+ hotels available in Preston.

Wakefield to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 268 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Preston 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 via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Preston / ...
1h 59m
£17–48
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Leeds to Prestontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
2h 32m
£11–54
Line 268 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus 268 / ...
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Prestontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
3h 41m
£13–49
Drive 58.2 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Prestoncar 58.2 mi
1h 32m
£15–21

Wakefield to Preston by train

131Weekly Trains

1h 59mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Wakefield to Preston.

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Distance: 70.1 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Preston via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 59m.

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