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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Wakefield is to bus which costs £12 - £21 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Wakefield is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Penrith and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Penrith to Wakefield?

The distance between Penrith and Wakefield is 104 miles. The road distance is 100.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Wakefield without a car is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs £12 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Penrith to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Wakefield bus from?

Penrith to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Penrith station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Wakefield train from?

Penrith to Wakefield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Penrith to Wakefield is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs £12 - £21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Penrith to Wakefield bus arrive?

Penrith to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds Cultural Stop C station.

Where does the Penrith to Wakefield train arrive?

Penrith to Wakefield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Wakefield is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Penrith to Wakefield.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Penrith to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
2h 51m
£12–21
Train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
3h 20m
£51–88
Drive 99.6 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Wakefieldcar 99.6 mi
2h 8m
£25–36

Penrith to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 103.7 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Penrith to Wakefield Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 20m.

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