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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Wakefield is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Wakefield is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Queen Elizabeth's School via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Wakefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Wakefield Westgate. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Scotland to Wakefield?

The distance between Scotland and Wakefield is 288 miles. The road distance is 213.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £120 - £190.

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

The train from Glasgow Central to Wakefield Westgate takes 4h 38m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Wakefield bus from?

Scotland to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Wakefield train from?

Scotland to Wakefield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Scotland to Wakefield is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Scotland to Wakefield bus arrive?

Scotland to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Scotland to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Wakefield is 214 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Scotland to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

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Scotland to Wakefield - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Scotland to Wakefield by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wakefield Westgatetrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
4h 38m
£120–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
5h 28m
£24–38
Drive 212.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Wakefieldcar 212.3 mi
4h 1m
£53–76
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
4h 34m
£94–233
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wakefield Westgatetrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 8m
£108–190
Bus via Wakefield Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 183 / ...
7h 5m
£29–61
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
4h 59m
£104–243
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgatetrain
5h 8m
£76–162

Scotland to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 285.8 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Scotland and Wakefield, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Glasgow Central to Wakefield Westgate 3 times a day. Tickets cost £120–190 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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