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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Swinton is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Swinton is to train which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Swinton?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield to Swinton. However, there are services departing from The Springs B and arriving at Rockingham Road/Brameld Road via Barnsley Interchange/A17. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Swinton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Swinton (South Yorks). Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Wakefield to Swinton?

The distance between Wakefield and Swinton is 18 miles. The road distance is 18.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Swinton without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £7.

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

The train from Wakefield Westgate to Swinton (South Yorks) takes 31 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Swinton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Swinton train from?

Wakefield to Swinton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Swinton?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Swinton is to train which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Wakefield to Swinton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Swinton train arrive?

Wakefield to Swinton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Swinton (South Yorks) station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Swinton?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Swinton is 18 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Wakefield to Swinton.

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

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Where can I stay near Swinton?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Swinton by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Swinton (South Yorks)Leeds - Sheffield / ...
31 min
£5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Springs B to Barnsley Interchange/A1359 / ...
2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A17 to Rockingham Road/Brameld Road22X
1h 58m
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Swinton18.3 mi
31 min
£40–50
Drive 18.3 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Swinton18.3 mi
31 min
£5–7

Wakefield to Swinton by train

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Distance: 18.2 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Swinton, Rotherham, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Swinton (South Yorks) hourly. Tickets cost £5–7 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Springs B to Rockingham Road/Brameld Road via Barnsley Interchange/A17 in around 1h 58m.

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