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

The cheapest way to get from Stansted to Wakefield is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stansted to Wakefield is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £90 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Stansted and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Stansted to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Ebbsfleet International and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Stansted to Wakefield?

The distance between Stansted and Wakefield is 208 miles. The road distance is 207.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stansted to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £90 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Stansted to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Wakefield train from?

Stansted to Wakefield train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or fly from Stansted to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Stansted to Wakefield is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £90 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £250 - £700 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Stansted to Wakefield train arrive?

Stansted to Wakefield train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.

Can I drive from Stansted to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Stansted to Wakefield is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Stansted to Wakefield.

Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2182+ hotels available in Wakefield.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield Westgatetrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2h 54m
£92–132
Drive 206.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stansted to Wakefieldcar 206.2 mi
3h 36m
£51–74
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
6h 29m
£99–328
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
4h 54m
£102–163
Fly London City Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LCY - LBA
7h 11m
£257–682

Stansted to Wakefield by bus and train

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Distance: 206.5 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £60–85 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, KLM, British Airways, and Aer Lingus fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) 4 times a day.

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