What is the cheapest way to get from Market Drayton to Wakefield?

The cheapest way to get from Market Drayton to Wakefield is to bus which costs £15 - £25 and takes 6h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Market Drayton to Wakefield?

The fastest way to get from Market Drayton to Wakefield is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Market Drayton and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Market Drayton to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Stand C and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Stoke-on-Trent, Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Market Drayton and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Market Drayton to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Wellington (Shropshire) and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Market Drayton to Wakefield?

The distance between Market Drayton and Wakefield is 96 miles. The road distance is 84.3 miles.

How do I travel from Market Drayton to Wakefield without a car?

The best way to get from Market Drayton to Wakefield without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 45m and costs £29 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Market Drayton to Wakefield?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Market Drayton to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Market Drayton to Wakefield bus from?

Market Drayton to Wakefield bus services, operated by D&G Bus, depart from Stand C station.

Where do I catch the Market Drayton to Wakefield train from?

Market Drayton to Wakefield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Wellington (Shropshire) station.

Train or bus from Market Drayton to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Market Drayton to Wakefield is to bus which takes 6h 9m and costs £15 - £25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 4h.

Where does the Market Drayton to Wakefield bus arrive?

Market Drayton to Wakefield bus services, operated by D&G Bus, arrive at bus station.

Where does the Market Drayton to Wakefield train arrive?

Market Drayton to Wakefield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Market Drayton to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Market Drayton to Wakefield is 84 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Market Drayton to Wakefield.

Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2171+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Market Drayton to Wakefield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Stand C to Bus Stationbus 64
2. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
3h 45m
£29–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stand C to bus stationbus 64
2. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
6h 9m
£15–25
Drive 83.9 mi
1. Drive from Market Drayton to Wakefieldcar 83.9 mi
2h 11m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Wellington (Shropshire) to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h
£57–99
Bus, train via Tesco Store
1. Take the bus from Stand C to bus stationbus 64
2. Take the train from Kidsgrove to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
4h 57m
£24–41

Market Drayton to Wakefield by bus and train

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Distance: 95.7 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Market Drayton, England and Wakefield, England?

You can take a bus from Stand C to Wakefield Bus Station via Stoke-on-Trent, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stand B to Wakefield Westgate via Bus Station, Wellington (Shropshire), and Birmingham New Street in around 4h.

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