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

The cheapest way to get from Stratford to Wakefield is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stratford to Wakefield is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £55 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Stratford and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Stratford to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Abbey Lane and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Baker Street Station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Stratford and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Stratford to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Stratford International and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Stratford to Wakefield?

The distance between Stratford and Wakefield is 182 miles. The road distance is 188.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stratford to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Stratford to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stratford to Wakefield bus from?

Stratford to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the Stratford to Wakefield train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Stratford to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Stratford to Wakefield is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 31m, you could also fly, which costs £250 - £700 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Stratford to Wakefield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stratford to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stratford to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Stratford to Wakefield is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Stratford to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

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There are 6 ways to get from Stratford to Wakefield by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Wakefield Westgatetrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2h 23m
£58–91
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31 / ...
6h 31m
£26–44
Drive 187.2 mi
1. Drive from Stratford to Wakefieldcar 187.2 mi
3h 21m
£47–67
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
4h 39m
£88–304
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 4m
£92–143
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
5h 38m
£257–662

Stratford to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 181.2 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Leeds City Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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