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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Basildon is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Basildon is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £55 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Basildon via King's Cross St. Pancras station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Basildon?

The distance between Wakefield and Basildon is 203 miles. The road distance is 194.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Basildon without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Wakefield to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Basildon train from?

Wakefield to Basildon train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or fly from Wakefield to Basildon?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Basildon is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £250 - £650 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Wakefield to Basildon train arrive?

Wakefield to Basildon train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Basildon is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Wakefield to Basildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

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Wakefield to Basildon - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 1m
£59–114
Drive 193.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Basildoncar 193.3 mi
3h 18m
£48–69
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Basildontrain
5h 15m
£89–316
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to London City Airport
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane LBA - LCY
6h 15m
£254–627
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
5h 39m
£129–309

Wakefield to Basildon by train and subway

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Distance: 201.3 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £60–85 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Grand Central Trains also services this route once a week. Alternatively, KLM, Aer Lingus, and two other airlines fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to London City Airport (LCY) 3 times a day.

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