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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Wakefield is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Wakefield is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Wakefield?

The distance between Glasgow and Wakefield is 288 miles. The road distance is 213.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £140 - £200.

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

The train from Glasgow Central to Wakefield Westgate takes 4h 38m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Wakefield bus from?

Glasgow to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Wakefield train from?

Glasgow to Wakefield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Wakefield is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £140 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 31m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £160 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Glasgow to Wakefield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Wakefield train arrive?

Glasgow to Wakefield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Wakefield is 214 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Glasgow to Wakefield.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

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Glasgow to Wakefield - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Glasgow to Wakefield by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wakefield Westgatetrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
4h 38m
£140–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
5h 31m
£24–39
Drive 212.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Wakefieldcar 212.3 mi
4h 1m
£53–76
Fly Glasgow Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane GLA - LBA
5h 54m
£58–154
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 8m
£128–205
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 183 / ...
7h 6m
£28–115
Fly Glasgow Airport 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
6h 7m
£64–175
Fly Glasgow Airport 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
5h 5m
£79–167
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgatetrain
5h 54m
£87–182

Glasgow to Wakefield by train

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4h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 285.8 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Glasgow Central to Wakefield Westgate 3 times a day. Tickets cost £140–200 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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