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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Carlton is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Carlton is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £19 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Carlton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kirkgate C and arriving at Royston Lane/Woodroyd Avenue. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Wakefield to Carlton?

The distance between Wakefield and Carlton is 10 miles. The road distance is 8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Carlton without a car is to line 59 bus which takes 39 min and costs £3 - £5.

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

The line 59 bus from Kirkgate C to Royston Lane/Woodroyd Avenue takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Carlton bus from?

Wakefield to Carlton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Kirkgate C station.

Where does the Wakefield to Carlton bus arrive?

Wakefield to Carlton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Royston Lane/Woodroyd Avenue station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Carlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Carlton is 8 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Wakefield to Carlton.

Where can I stay near Carlton?

There are 1536+ hotels available in Carlton.

Wakefield to Carlton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 59 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Carlton by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 59 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kirkgate C to Royston Lane/Woodroyd Avenuebus 59 / ...
39 min
£3–5
Drive 7.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Carltoncar 7.9 mi
14 min
£2–3
Train, line 59 bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Royston Lane/Woodroyd Avenuebus 59 / ...
40 min
£7–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Carltontaxi 7.9 mi
14 min
£19–23

Wakefield to Carlton by bus

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Distance: 10.3 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Carlton, Barnsley, England?

Stagecoach Yorkshire operates a bus from Kirkgate C to Royston Lane/Woodroyd Avenue every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 39 min.

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