What is the cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Whaley Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Whaley Bridge station. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Railway Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Whaley Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Whaley Bridge via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge?

The distance between Wakefield and Whaley Bridge is 55 miles. The road distance is 41.6 miles.

How do I travel from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £15 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge?

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Whaley Bridge bus from?

Wakefield to Whaley Bridge bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Whaley Bridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £15 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 199 bus, which costs £12 - £23 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Wakefield to Whaley Bridge bus arrive?

Wakefield to Whaley Bridge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Airport The Station.

Where does the Wakefield to Whaley Bridge train arrive?

Wakefield to Whaley Bridge train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Whaley Bridge is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge?

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Wakefield to Whaley Bridge - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 203 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge 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 Manchester PiccadillyYork - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Whaley BridgeManchester Piccadilly - Buxton
2h 20m
£16–51
Drive 41.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge41.3 mi
1h 2m
£11–15
Train, line 203 bus, line 199 bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the bus from Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station to Stockport Interchange203 / ...
3. Take the bus from Stockport Interchange to Railway Station199
2h 49m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Whaley Bridge41.3 mi
1h 2m
£85–110
Bus, line 199 bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Station170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Railway Station199
4h 5m
£12–23

Wakefield to Whaley Bridge by train

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Distance: 55.2 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Whaley Bridge, England?

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Whaley Bridge via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Railway Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Manchester Airport The Station in around 4h 5m.

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