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

The cheapest way to get from Buxton to Wakefield is to drive which costs £11 - £16 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Buxton to Wakefield is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct train between Buxton and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Buxton to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Buxton and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Buxton to Wakefield?

The distance between Buxton and Wakefield is 62 miles. The road distance is 45.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Buxton to Wakefield without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Buxton to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buxton to Wakefield train from?

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

Where does the Buxton to Wakefield train arrive?

Buxton to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Buxton to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Buxton to Wakefield is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Buxton to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

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Buxton to Wakefield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Terrace Road to Matlock Streetbus Tp
2. Take the bus from Square to Paternoster Row/SS2bus 218
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Wakefield Westgatetrain
2h 42m
Drive 45.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Buxton to Wakefieldcar 45.2 mi
1h 8m
£11–16
Train
1. Take the train from Buxton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Buxton - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2h 46m
£24–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Buxton to Wakefieldtaxi 45.2 mi
1h 8m
£95–120
Line 65 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Terrace Road to Fountain Squarebus 65
2. Take the bus from Fountain Square to Paternoster Row/SS2bus 65
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
3h 31m
£15–29

Buxton to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 62 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Buxton, Derbyshire, England and Wakefield, England?

You can take a train from Buxton to Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 46m.

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