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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Shifnal is to bus which costs £11 - £23 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Shifnal is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Shifnal?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Shifnal. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Shifnal via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Shifnal?

The distance between Wakefield and Shifnal is 133 miles. The road distance is 97.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Shifnal without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Wakefield to Shifnal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Shifnal train from?

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

Train or bus from Wakefield to Shifnal?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Shifnal is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £23 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Wakefield to Shifnal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Shifnal?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Shifnal is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Wakefield to Shifnal.

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

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Where can I stay near Shifnal?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Shifnal 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 Birmingham New StreetEdinburgh - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ShifnalBirmingham New Street - Shrewsbury
2h 54m
£39–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Newhall StUk070 / ...
5h 12m
£11–23
Drive 96.6 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Shifnal96.6 mi
2h 24m
£25–35
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester PiccadillyYork - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ShrewsburyManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 43m
£41–94

Wakefield to Shifnal by train

116Weekly Trains

2h 54mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 131.9 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Shifnal via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Newhall St hourly. Tickets cost £7–17 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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