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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwich to Wakefield is to bus which costs £6 - £13 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwich to Wakefield is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwich and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwich to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Longfield Centre and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwich and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwich to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Prestwich and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Prestwich to Wakefield?

The distance between Prestwich and Wakefield is 44 miles. The road distance is 38.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwich to Wakefield without a car is to tram and train via Huddersfield which takes 1h 54m and costs £16 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Prestwich to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwich to Wakefield bus from?

Prestwich to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Prestwich to Wakefield train from?

Prestwich to Wakefield train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Prestwich station.

Where does the Prestwich to Wakefield bus arrive?

Prestwich to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Prestwich to Wakefield train arrive?

Prestwich to Wakefield train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Victoria station.

Can I drive from Prestwich to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwich to Wakefield is 39 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Prestwich to Wakefield.

Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2174+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Prestwich to Wakefield - 6 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Prestwich to Wakefield by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, train via Huddersfield
best
1. Take the tram from Prestwich to Victoriatram
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Huddersfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Huddersfield to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
1h 54m
£16–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk073 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
3h 21m
£7–13
Drive 38.6 mi
1. Drive from Prestwich to Wakefieldcar 38.6 mi
49 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prestwich to Wakefieldtaxi 38.6 mi
49 min
£85–100
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Prestwich to Piccadillytram Yellow Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2h 8m
£17–27
Train, line 268 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchangetrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange Bus Station to Union Street Jbus 268
3h 24m
£19–35

Prestwich to Wakefield by bus

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Distance: 44.1 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Longfield Centre to Wakefield Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 21m.

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