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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Wakefield is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Wakefield is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Leicester to Wakefield?

The distance between Leicester and Wakefield is 93 miles. The road distance is 88.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £45 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Leicester to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Wakefield train from?

Leicester to Wakefield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Where does the Leicester to Wakefield train arrive?

Leicester to Wakefield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Wakefield is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Leicester to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2161+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Leicester to Wakefield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Wakefield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
1h 51m
£45–71
Drive 87.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Wakefieldcar 87.7 mi
1h 33m
£22–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Railway Stationbus Sky
2. Take the train from Derby to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 27m
£34–55
Train via Wakefield Kirkgate
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2h 6m
£43–69

Leicester to Wakefield by train

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1h 51mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 92.7 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Wakefield Westgate via Sheffield in around 1h 51m.

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