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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Sheffield Arena is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Sheffield Arena is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Sheffield Arena?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield to Sheffield Arena. However, there are services departing from The Springs B and arriving at Attercliffe Common/Arena Square via Barnsley Interchange/A1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Sheffield Arena?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Sheffield Arena. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Arena/Olympic Legacy Park To City via Meadowhall Interchange To City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Wakefield to Sheffield Arena?

The distance between Wakefield and Sheffield Arena is 26 miles. The road distance is 23.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Sheffield Arena without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £8 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Wakefield to Sheffield Arena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Sheffield Arena bus from?

Wakefield to Sheffield Arena bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from The Springs B station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Sheffield Arena train from?

Wakefield to Sheffield Arena train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Sheffield Arena?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Sheffield Arena is to train which takes 58 min and costs £8 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Wakefield to Sheffield Arena bus arrive?

Wakefield to Sheffield Arena bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Barnsley Interchange/A13 station.

Where does the Wakefield to Sheffield Arena train arrive?

Wakefield to Sheffield Arena train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Meadowhall station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Sheffield Arena?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Sheffield Arena is 23 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Wakefield to Sheffield Arena.

Where can I stay near Sheffield Arena?

There are 1615+ hotels available in Sheffield Arena.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Sheffield Arena 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
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Meadowhalltrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
58 min
£8–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Springs B to Barnsley Interchange/A13bus 59 / ...
2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A1 to Attercliffe Common/Arena Squarebus X17
2h 14m
£6–9
Drive 22.9 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Sheffield Arenacar 22.9 mi
27 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Sheffield Arenataxi 22.9 mi
27 min
£100–120

Wakefield to Sheffield Arena by bus and foot

186Weekly Services

2h 14mAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Wakefield to Sheffield Arena.

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Distance: 25.8 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Meadowhall every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–15 and the journey takes 39 min. TransPennine Express also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Springs B to Sheffield Arena via Barnsley Interchange/A13, Barnsley Interchange/A1, and Attercliffe Common/Arena Square in around 2h 14m.

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