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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Wakefield is to bus which costs £29 - £80 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Wakefield is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Meadowhall Interchange/A2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Swansea to Wakefield?

The distance between Swansea and Wakefield is 266 miles. The road distance is 219.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Wakefield without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 31m and costs £130 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Swansea to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Wakefield bus from?

Swansea to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Wakefield train from?

Swansea to Wakefield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Swansea to Wakefield is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 31m and costs £130 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 9h.

Where does the Swansea to Wakefield bus arrive?

Swansea to Wakefield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Swansea to Wakefield train arrive?

Swansea to Wakefield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Wakefield is 220 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Swansea to Wakefield.

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Wakefield Westgatetrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 31m
£130–205
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk070 / ...
9h 4m
£30–78
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 131 / ...
9h
£58–138
Drive 218.3 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Wakefieldcar 218.3 mi
4h 38m
£54–78
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bridgendtrain
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane CWL - LBA
8h 38m
£97–224
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
6h
£99–171

Swansea to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 264.9 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Wakefield, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Wakefield Westgate via Bristol Parkway in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Wakefield Kirkgate via Birmingham Coach Station, Meadowhall Interchange/A2, and Meadowhall in around 9h.

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