What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield is to bus which costs £13 - £24 and takes 4h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Coach Park and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Broad Marsh Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield?

The distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Wakefield is 76 miles. The road distance is 71.5 miles.

How do I travel from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield without a car?

The best way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 16m and costs £35 - £55.

How long does it take to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield?

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield bus from?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield bus arrive?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Can I drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield.

Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2191+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Can I share a ride from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Wakefield. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield by bus, train, rideshare, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from EMA Departure Building to Railway Stationbus Sky
2. Take the train from Derby to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 16m
£38–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
4h 4m
£14–23
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from East Midlands-EMA to Wakefieldrideshare 71.1 mi
1h 13m
Drive 71.1 mi
1. Drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefieldcar 71.1 mi
1h 13m
£18–25
Bus, train via Nottingham station
1. Take the bus from Coach Park to Nottingham stationbus Snx
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Nottingham - Leeds
2h 57m
£31–56

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Wakefield by bus and train

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Distance: 75.9 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between East Midlands Airport (EMA), England and Wakefield, England?

You can take a bus from Coach Park to Wakefield Bus Station via Nottingham station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 4m.

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