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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Wakefield is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Wakefield is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn station to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Wakefield?

The distance between Blackburn and Wakefield is 59 miles. The road distance is 48.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £22 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Blackburn to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Wakefield bus from?

Blackburn to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Wakefield train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackburn to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Wakefield is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £40 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Blackburn to Wakefield bus arrive?

Blackburn to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackburn to Wakefield train arrive?

Blackburn to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Wakefield is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Blackburn to Wakefield.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackburn to Wakefield?

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackburn to Wakefield by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
1h 42m
£22–42
Drive 48.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackburn to Wakefieldcar 48.5 mi
1h 18m
£12–17
Train, line 268 bus
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Bradford Interchangetrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange Bus Station to Union Street Jbus 268
2h 55m
£17–30
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackburn to Wakefieldtaxi 48.5 mi
1h 18m
£100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
3h 47m
£14–35

Blackburn to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 58.8 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackburn to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 47m.

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