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

The cheapest way to get from Skegness to Wakefield is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skegness to Wakefield is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Skegness and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Skegness to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Skegness and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Skegness to Wakefield?

The distance between Skegness and Wakefield is 129 miles. The road distance is 98.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skegness to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £50 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Skegness to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skegness to Wakefield train from?

Skegness to Wakefield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Skegness station.

Where does the Skegness to Wakefield train arrive?

Skegness to Wakefield train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Skegness to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Skegness to Wakefield is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Skegness to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2175+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Skegness to Wakefield - 3 ways to travel via train, car, line 56 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Skegness to Granthamtrain Skegness - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Grantham to Wakefield Westgatetrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2h 53m
£53–77
Drive 97.5 mi
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1. Drive from Skegness to Wakefieldcar 97.5 mi
2h 15m
£24–35
Line 56 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Interchange Shelterbus 56
2. Take the bus from Interchange Shelter to Central Bus Stationbus 56
3. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
5h 24m
£35–65

Skegness to Wakefield by train

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2h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 127.8 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Skegness to Wakefield Westgate via Grantham in around 2h 53m.

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