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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Wakefield is to bus which costs £11 - £20 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Wakefield is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Wakefield?

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

How far is it from Sunderland to Wakefield?

The distance between Sunderland and Wakefield is 97 miles. The road distance is 95.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Wakefield without a car is to bus which takes 2h 46m and costs £11 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Sunderland to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Wakefield bus from?

Sunderland to Wakefield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Wakefield train from?

Sunderland to Wakefield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Sunderland to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Wakefield is to bus which takes 2h 46m and costs £11 - £20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £100 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Sunderland to Wakefield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sunderland to Wakefield train arrive?

Sunderland to Wakefield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Wakefield is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Sunderland to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Uk010
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
2h 46m
£11–19
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Wakefield Westgatetrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 59m
£65–98
Drive 95.4 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Wakefieldcar 95.4 mi
1h 47m
£24–34
Bus via Interchange
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 133 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
3h 1m
£11–43

Sunderland to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 96.8 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Interchange to Wakefield Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 1h 46m.

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