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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Wakefield is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Wakefield is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oxford and arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Oxford to Wakefield?

The distance between Oxford and Wakefield is 169 miles. The road distance is 158 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £90 - £130.

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

The train from Oxford to Wakefield Westgate takes 2h 47m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Wakefield train from?

Oxford to Wakefield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.

Where does the Oxford to Wakefield train arrive?

Oxford to Wakefield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Wakefield is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Oxford to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2183+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Oxford to Wakefield - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Oxford to Wakefield by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Wakefield Westgatetrain Reading - Leeds / ...
2h 47m
£90–130
Drive 157 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oxford to Wakefieldcar 157 mi
2h 46m
£39–56
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Oxford to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
3h 15m
£85–124
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Oxford to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 36m
£93–133

Oxford to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 167.9 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Oxford to Wakefield Westgate twice daily. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 47m.

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