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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Tameside is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Tameside is to train which takes 51 min and costs £25 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Tameside?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield to Tameside. However, there are services departing from Westgate A and arriving at Brooklands Parade via Huddersfield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Tameside?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Stalybridge. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Wakefield to Tameside?

The distance between Wakefield and Tameside is 32 miles. The road distance is 32.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Tameside without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £25 - £26.

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

The train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Stalybridge takes 51 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Tameside bus from?

Wakefield to Tameside bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, depart from Westgate A station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Tameside train from?

Wakefield to Tameside train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Tameside?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Tameside is to train which takes 51 min and costs £25 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 231 bus and line 184 bus, which costs and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Wakefield to Tameside bus arrive?

Wakefield to Tameside bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, arrive at Huddersfield Bus Station.

Where does the Wakefield to Tameside train arrive?

Wakefield to Tameside train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Stalybridge station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Tameside?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Tameside is 33 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Wakefield to Tameside.

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

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Wakefield to Tameside - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 231 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to StalybridgeYork - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
51 min
£25–26
Drive 32.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Tameside32.5 mi
54 min
£9–12
Line 231 bus, line 184 bus
1. Take the bus from Westgate A to Huddersfield Bus Station232 / ...
2. Take the bus from Huddersfield Bus Station to Brooklands Parade184
2h 38m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Tameside32.5 mi
54 min
£65–85

Wakefield to Tameside by train

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Distance: 31.7 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Stalybridge hourly. Tickets cost £25–26 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate A to Brooklands Parade via Huddersfield Bus Station in around 2h 38m.

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