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

The cheapest way to get from Loughborough to Wakefield is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Loughborough to Wakefield is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Loughborough and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Rushes and arriving at Retail Parks H. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Loughborough and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Loughborough to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Loughborough (Leics) and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Loughborough to Wakefield?

The distance between Loughborough and Wakefield is 81 miles. The road distance is 76.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Loughborough to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Loughborough to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loughborough to Wakefield bus from?

Loughborough to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Rushes station.

Where do I catch the Loughborough to Wakefield train from?

Loughborough to Wakefield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Loughborough (Leics) station.

Train or bus from Loughborough to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Loughborough to Wakefield is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Loughborough to Wakefield bus arrive?

Loughborough to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Retail Parks H station.

Where does the Loughborough to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Loughborough to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Loughborough to Wakefield is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Loughborough to Wakefield.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Loughborough (Leics) to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
1h 42m
£38–61
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Rushes to Retail Parks Hbus 465
2h 15m
£14–35
Drive 76 mi
1. Drive from Loughborough to Wakefieldcar 76 mi
1h 22m
£19–27
Train via Wakefield Kirkgate
1. Take the train from Loughborough (Leics) to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
1h 57m
£36–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shelthorpe Road to Railway Stationbus Sky
2. Take the train from Derby to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 57m
£38–54

Loughborough to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 80.2 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

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

You can take a train from Loughborough (Leics) to Wakefield Westgate via Sheffield in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from The Rushes to Retail Parks H twice a week. Tickets cost £14–35 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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