What is the cheapest way to get from Lancaster University to Wakefield?

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster University to Wakefield is to bus which costs £10 - £19 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lancaster University to Wakefield?

The fastest way to get from Lancaster University to Wakefield is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster University and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster University to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Underpass and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster University and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster University to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Lancaster University to Wakefield?

The distance between Lancaster University and Wakefield is 96 miles. The road distance is 73.8 miles.

How do I travel from Lancaster University to Wakefield without a car?

The best way to get from Lancaster University to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £30 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Lancaster University to Wakefield?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Lancaster University to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster University to Wakefield bus from?

Lancaster University to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Underpass station.

Where do I catch the Lancaster University to Wakefield train from?

Lancaster University to Wakefield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster University to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Lancaster University to Wakefield is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £19 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Lancaster University to Wakefield bus arrive?

Lancaster University to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Lancaster University to Wakefield train arrive?

Lancaster University to Wakefield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Lancaster University to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster University to Wakefield is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Lancaster University to Wakefield.

Where can I stay near Wakefield?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
3h 32m
£34–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Underpass to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk073
4h 50m
£11–19
Drive 73.3 mi
1. Drive from Lancaster University to Wakefieldcar 73.3 mi
1h 49m
£18–26
Line 42 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Management School to St Chads Churchbus 42
2. Take the train from Poulton-le-Fylde to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
3h 59m
£35–66
Line 152 bus, bus, line 268 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus M4
3. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange Bus Station to Union Street Jbus 268
7h 49m

Lancaster University to Wakefield by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 95.6 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Lancaster University, England and Wakefield, England?

You can take a vehicle from Lancaster University to Wakefield Kirkgate via Underpass, Common Garden Street, Lancaster, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Lancaster University to Wakefield Bus Station via Underpass, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 50m.

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