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

The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Wakefield is to bus and train which costs £20 - £35 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Northampton to Wakefield is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Northampton and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Northampton and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Northampton to Wakefield?

The distance between Northampton and Wakefield is 125 miles. The road distance is 120.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northampton to Wakefield without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 56m and costs £20 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Northampton to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Wakefield train from?

Northampton to Wakefield train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Northampton station.

Where does the Northampton to Wakefield train arrive?

Northampton to Wakefield train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Northampton to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Northampton to Wakefield is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Northampton to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2182+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Northampton to Wakefield - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Northampton to Wakefield by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Coach Park to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2h 56m
£20–35
Train
1. Take the train from Northampton to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 27m
£71–121
Drive 120.2 mi
1. Drive from Northampton to Wakefieldcar 120.2 mi
2h 5m
£30–42

Northampton to Wakefield by bus and train

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Distance: 124.2 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Northampton to Wakefield Westgate via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 27m.

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