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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Bournemouth via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Bournemouth?

The distance between Wakefield and Bournemouth is 287 miles. The road distance is 250.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Bournemouth without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 35m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Wakefield to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Bournemouth train from?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Bournemouth is 251 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Wakefield to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 35m
£89–185
Drive 249.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Bournemouthcar 249.1 mi
4h 10m
£62–89
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, 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 Bournemouthtrain
4h 17m
£100–240
Train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 40m
£146–207
Train to Newcastle, fly, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
5h 40m
£151–307

Wakefield to Bournemouth by train, foot, and subway

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4h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 285.4 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Bournemouth via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 35m.

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