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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Wakefield is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to Wakefield is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Southport and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Southport to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Duke Street and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Southport to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via Stalybridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Southport to Wakefield?

The distance between Southport and Wakefield is 77 miles. The road distance is 74.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £24 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Southport to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Wakefield bus from?

Southport to Wakefield bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Duke Street station.

Where do I catch the Southport to Wakefield train from?

Southport to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Southport station.

Train or bus from Southport to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Southport to Wakefield is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £24 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £50 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Southport to Wakefield bus arrive?

Southport to Wakefield bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Where does the Southport to Wakefield train arrive?

Southport to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stalybridge station.

Can I drive from Southport to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Wakefield is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Southport to Wakefield.

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

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Southport to Wakefield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Southport to Wakefield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Stalybridgetrain Southport - Stalybridge
2. Take the train from Stalybridge to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
3h 5m
£24–43
Drive 73.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southport to Wakefieldcar 73.6 mi
1h 45m
£19–27
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Wigan Rail Stationsbus 375 / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Dewsburytrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds
5h 40m
£23–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 47
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
5h 45m
£19–46

Southport to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 76.7 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from Southport to Wakefield Kirkgate via Stalybridge in around 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Duke Street to Wakefield Bus Station via Queen Square Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 5h 45m.

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