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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Burnley is to line 116 bus and line 60 bus and bus which costs £7 - £9 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Burnley is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Burnley?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Westgate B and arriving at Culvert via Cleckheaton Bus Station and Halifax Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Burnley?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Burnley Manchester Road via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Burnley?

The distance between Wakefield and Burnley is 48 miles. The road distance is 37.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Burnley without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £15 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Wakefield to Burnley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Burnley bus from?

Wakefield to Burnley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Westgate B station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Burnley train from?

Wakefield to Burnley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Burnley?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Burnley is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £15 - £30. Alternatively, you can line 268 bus and line 591 bus, which costs and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Wakefield to Burnley bus arrive?

Wakefield to Burnley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Cleckheaton Bus Station.

Where does the Wakefield to Burnley train arrive?

Wakefield to Burnley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Burnley Manchester Road station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Burnley?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Burnley is 38 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Wakefield to Burnley.

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

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Where can I stay near Burnley?

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There are 5 ways to get from Wakefield to Burnley by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
1h 59m
£15–29
Line 116 bus, line 60 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Westgate B to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 116
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Ormerod Roadbus M4
4h 44m
£7–9
Line 268 bus, line 591 bus
1. Take the bus from Westgate B to Cleckheaton Bus Stationbus 268
2. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Culvertbus 591
3h 49m
Drive 37.6 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Burnleycar 37.6 mi
1h 5m
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Burnleytaxi 37.6 mi
1h 5m
£160–200

Wakefield to Burnley by train

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Distance: 47.6 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Burnley Manchester Road hourly. Tickets cost £12–23 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate B to Culvert via Cleckheaton Bus Station and Halifax Bus Station in around 3h 49m.

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