What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield is to bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield is to fly and train which takes 3h 48m and costs £80 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Terminal Building and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield?

The distance between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Wakefield is 196 miles. The road distance is 221 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 35m and costs £130 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield bus from?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield train from?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield is to fly which takes 4h 38m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can train via Edinburgh, which costs £130 - £230 and takes 5h 35m, you could also bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield bus arrive?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield train arrive?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield is 221 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield.

Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2193+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Can I share a ride from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield?

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

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Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
best
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane GLA - LBA
4h 38m
£49–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
6h 55m
£25–50
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wakefield Westgatetrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 35m
£132–225
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Glasgow-GLA to Wakefieldrideshare 219.8 mi
4h 5m
Drive 219.8 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefieldcar 219.8 mi
4h 5m
£53–77
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
4h 55m
£62–154
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgatetrain
3h 48m
£83–165
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wakefield Westgatetrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
5h 50m
£153–224
Bus via Cathedral Street
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 183 / ...
8h 30m
£33–128

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Wakefield by bus and train

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Distance: 195.3 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Glasgow Airport (GLA), Scotland and Wakefield, England?

Ryanair, Aer Lingus, and two other airlines fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Building to Wakefield Westgate via Dundas Street, Glasgow Queen Street, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 35m.

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