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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Sheffield is to rideshare which costs £1 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Sheffield is to train which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Sheffield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Retail Parks C and arriving at Sheffield Interchange/E2. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Sheffield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Sheffield. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Wakefield to Sheffield?

The distance between Wakefield and Sheffield is 27 miles. The road distance is 25 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Sheffield without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £17.

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

The train from Wakefield Westgate to Sheffield takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Sheffield bus from?

Wakefield to Sheffield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Retail Parks C station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Sheffield train from?

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

Train or bus from Wakefield to Sheffield?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Sheffield is to train which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 564 bus, which costs £6 - £11 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Wakefield to Sheffield bus arrive?

Wakefield to Sheffield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where does the Wakefield to Sheffield train arrive?

Wakefield to Sheffield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Sheffield is 25 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Wakefield to Sheffield.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Wakefield to Sheffield?

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Where can I stay near Sheffield?

There are 1573+ hotels available in Sheffield.

Can I share a ride from Wakefield to Sheffield?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Wakefield and Sheffield. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Wakefield to Sheffield - 6 ways to travel via train, line 564 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Wakefield to Sheffield by train, bus, rideshare, 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
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to SheffieldEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
27 min
£6–17
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Wakefield to Sheffield24.5 mi
49 min
£1
Line 564 bus
1. Take the bus from Retail Parks C to Sheffield Interchange/E2564
50 min
£6–11
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from The Springs B to Barnsley Interchange/A1359 / ...
2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A1 to Wicker/Blonk Street2 / ...
2h 23m
£6–9
Drive 24.9 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Sheffield24.9 mi
31 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Sheffield24.9 mi
31 min
£100–130

Wakefield to Sheffield by train

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Distance: 27.3 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £9–17 and the journey takes 27 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Retail Parks C to Sheffield Interchange/E2 3 times a day. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 50 min.

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