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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Wakefield is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Wakefield is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Wakefield?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Wakefield is 103 miles. The road distance is 108.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Shrewsbury to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Wakefield bus from?

Shrewsbury to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Wakefield train from?

Shrewsbury to Wakefield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Wakefield is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Wakefield bus arrive?

Shrewsbury to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Wakefield train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Wakefield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Wakefield is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Shrewsbury to Wakefield.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2h 59m
£38–67
Drive 107.8 mi
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1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Wakefieldcar 107.8 mi
2h 18m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
6h
£31–80

Shrewsbury to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 102 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 6h.

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