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

The cheapest way to get from Halifax to Wakefield is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Halifax to Wakefield is to train which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Halifax and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Halifax to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from First Bus Depot and arriving at Union Street J via Stand Z2 Huddersfield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Halifax and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Halifax and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Halifax to Wakefield?

The distance between Halifax and Wakefield is 19 miles. The road distance is 17.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Halifax to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £8.

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

The train from Halifax to Wakefield Kirkgate takes 30 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Halifax to Wakefield bus from?

Halifax to Wakefield bus services, operated by First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield, depart from First Bus Depot station.

Where do I catch the Halifax to Wakefield train from?

Halifax to Wakefield train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Halifax station.

Train or bus from Halifax to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Halifax to Wakefield is to train which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus and line 231 bus, which costs and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Halifax to Wakefield bus arrive?

Halifax to Wakefield bus services, operated by First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield, arrive at Huddersfield Bus Station.

Where does the Halifax to Wakefield train arrive?

Halifax to Wakefield train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Can I drive from Halifax to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Halifax to Wakefield is 17 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Halifax to Wakefield.

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

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Halifax to Wakefield - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 231 bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Halifax to Wakefield by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Halifax to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Bradford Interchange - London Kings Cross
30 min
£5–8
Bus, line 231 bus
1. Take the bus from First Bus Depot to Huddersfield Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Stand Z2 Huddersfield Bus Station to Union Street Jbus 232 / ...
1h 56m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Halifax to Wakefieldtaxi 17.4 mi
33 min
£80–95
Drive 17.4 mi
1. Drive from Halifax to Wakefieldcar 17.4 mi
33 min
£5–7
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Halifax to Leedstrain Bradford Interchange - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Wakefield Westgatetrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
1h 9m
£10–20
Line 537 bus, line 231 bus
1. Take the bus from Heath View Street to Huddersfield Bus Stationbus 537
2. Take the bus from Stand Z2 Huddersfield Bus Station to Union Street Jbus 232 / ...
2h 24m

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Distance: 18.6 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Halifax, England and Wakefield, England?

Grand Central Trains operates a train from Halifax to Wakefield Kirkgate 4 times a day. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from First Bus Depot to Union Street J via Huddersfield Bus Station and Stand Z2 Huddersfield Bus Station in around 1h 56m.

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