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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Rugby is to bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Rugby is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Rugby via Tamworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Rugby?

The distance between Wakefield and Rugby is 115 miles. The road distance is 105.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Wakefield to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Rugby train from?

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

Train or bus from Wakefield to Rugby?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Rugby is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Wakefield to Rugby train arrive?

Wakefield to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Tamworth High Level station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Rugby is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Wakefield to Rugby.

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

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Where can I stay near Rugby?

There are 1115+ hotels available in Rugby.

Wakefield to Rugby - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Wakefield to Rugby 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
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Tamworth High Leveltrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Tamworth to Rugbytrain Crewe - London Euston / ...
2h 26m
£33–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Asdabus Uk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to George Street Car Parkbus X84
5h 14m
£18–36
Drive 104.9 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Rugbycar 104.9 mi
1h 46m
£26–37

Wakefield to Rugby by train

72Weekly Trains

2h 26mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Wakefield to Rugby.

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Distance: 114.8 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Rugby via Tamworth in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Stand H via Meadowhall, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Asda, Sainsbury's, and George Street Car Park in around 5h 14m.

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