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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Wakefield is to bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Wakefield is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Galashiels Transport Interchange and arriving at Queen Elizabeth's School via Halston Hotel and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Wakefield?

The distance between Galashiels and Wakefield is 230 miles. The road distance is 168.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Wakefield without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 35m and costs £90 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Galashiels to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Wakefield bus from?

Galashiels to Wakefield bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Galashiels Transport Interchange station.

Where does the Galashiels to Wakefield bus arrive?

Galashiels to Wakefield bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Halston Hotel station.

Can I drive from Galashiels to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Wakefield is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Galashiels to Wakefield.

Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2167+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Galashiels to Wakefield - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Galashiels to Wakefield by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Berwick stationbus 67
2. Take the train from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Wakefield Westgatetrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 35m
£91–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston Hotelbus X95
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
6h 32m
£26–40
Drive 167.8 mi
1. Drive from Galashiels to Wakefieldcar 167.8 mi
3h 20m
£42–60
Train, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane EDI - LBA
6h 45m
£95–194
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the bus from Jedburgh Bus Station to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk001 / ...
7h 29m
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
7h 13m
£84–201

Galashiels to Wakefield by bus and train

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5h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228.9 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Galashiels, Scotland and Wakefield, England?

You can take a bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Queen Elizabeth's School via Halston Hotel and Leeds City Bus Station in around 6h 32m.

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