What is the cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Greater Manchester is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Horton Road via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Wakefield and Greater Manchester is 41 miles. The road distance is 42.9 miles.

How do I travel from Wakefield to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Greater Manchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £15 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Wakefield to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Wakefield to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Greater Manchester bus from?

Wakefield to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Wakefield Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Greater Manchester train from?

Wakefield to Greater Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £15 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 110 bus and bus, which costs £11 - £25 and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Wakefield to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Wakefield to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Wakefield to Greater Manchester train arrive?

Wakefield to Greater Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Greater Manchester is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Wakefield to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3625+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

Wakefield to Greater Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 110 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 25m
£16–25
Drive 42.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Greater Manchestercar 42.7 mi
1h 5m
£11–16
Line 110 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2h 49m
£12–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Greater Manchestertaxi 42.7 mi
1h 5m
£180–230

Wakefield to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 41.1 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Greater Manchester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £13–24 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Horton Road via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Charlotte Street in around 2h 49m.

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