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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Wakefield is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Wakefield is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkeston and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkeston to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Retail Parks H via Mount Street and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Wakefield?

The distance between Ilkeston and Wakefield is 84 miles. The road distance is 60.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Wakefield without a car is to line 15 bus and train which takes 2h 32m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Ilkeston to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Wakefield bus from?

Ilkeston to Wakefield bus services, operated by Trent Barton, depart from Market Place station.

Where does the Ilkeston to Wakefield bus arrive?

Ilkeston to Wakefield bus services, operated by Trent Barton, arrive at Upper Parliament Street station.

Can I drive from Ilkeston to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkeston to Wakefield is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Ilkeston to Wakefield.

Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2175+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Ilkeston to Wakefield - 5 ways to travel via train, line 15 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ilkeston to Wakefield by bus, train, or car

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Line 15 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Place to The Bellbus 15
2. Take the train from Derby to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 32m
£43–63
Drive 60.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkeston to Wakefieldcar 60.5 mi
1h 8m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Upper Parliament Streetbus Two
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Retail Parks Hbus 465
3h 28m
£18–37
Line 15 bus, train via Sheffield
1. Take the bus from Market Place to The Bellbus 15
2. Take the train from Long Eaton to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
2h 55m
£35–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Upper Parliament Streetbus Two
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Nottingham - Leeds
3h 2m
£31–55

Ilkeston to Wakefield by bus and train

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2h 32mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.5 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Retail Parks H via Upper Parliament Street, Mount Street, and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 3h 28m.

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