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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to York is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to York is to train which takes 39 min and costs £9 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and York?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to York. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Blossom Street via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and York?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at York. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Wakefield to York?

The distance between Wakefield and York is 28 miles. The road distance is 29.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to York without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £9 - £26.

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

The train from Wakefield Kirkgate to York takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to York bus from?

Wakefield to York bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, depart from Wakefield Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to York train from?

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

Train or bus from Wakefield to York?

The best way to get from Wakefield to York is to train which takes 39 min and costs £9 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus and line 843 bus, which costs and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Wakefield to York bus arrive?

Wakefield to York bus services, operated by Arriva Yorkshire, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Wakefield to York train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to York is 29 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Wakefield to York.

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

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Where can I stay near York?

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Wakefield to York - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 843 bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to YorkManchester Piccadilly - York / ...
39 min
£9–26
Drive 29.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to York29.3 mi
42 min
£8–11
Bus, line 843 bus
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Blossom Street843 / ...
1h 59m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to York29.3 mi
42 min
£65–85

Wakefield to York by train

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Distance: 27.3 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to York hourly. Tickets cost £9–24 and the journey takes 39 min. Cross Country also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Blossom Street via Leeds City Bus Station in around 1h 59m.

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