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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Arbroath is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Arbroath is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £170 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Arbroath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Arbroath. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Arbroath?

The distance between Wakefield and Arbroath is 314 miles. The road distance is 273.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £170 - £240.

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

The train from Wakefield Westgate to Arbroath takes 5h 2m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Arbroath train from?

Wakefield to Arbroath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Where does the Wakefield to Arbroath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Arbroath is 274 miles. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Wakefield to Arbroath.

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

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Where can I stay near Arbroath?

There are 258+ hotels available in Arbroath.

Wakefield to Arbroath - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Wakefield to Arbroath by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Arbroathtrain Plymouth - Aberdeen
5h 2m
£170–240
Drive 272.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Arbroathcar 272.1 mi
5h 26m
£67–96
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Arbroathtrain
5h 33m
£106–294
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroathtrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
5h 37m
£152–246
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LBA - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Arbroathtrain
7h 54m
£88–247
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Arbroathtrain
6h 10m
£149–329
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Arbroathtrain
6h 42m
£123–242

Wakefield to Arbroath by train

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Distance: 312.4 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Arbroath, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Arbroath once daily. Tickets cost £170–240 and the journey takes 5h 2m.

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