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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Halifax is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Halifax is to train which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Halifax?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Westgate A and arriving at First Bus Depot via Huddersfield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Halifax?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Halifax. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Wakefield to Halifax?

The distance between Wakefield and Halifax is 19 miles. The road distance is 17.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Halifax without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £9.

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

The train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Halifax takes 33 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Halifax bus from?

Wakefield to Halifax bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Westgate A station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Halifax train from?

Wakefield to Halifax train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Halifax?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Halifax is to train which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £9. Alternatively, you can line 231 bus and bus, which costs and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Wakefield to Halifax bus arrive?

Wakefield to Halifax bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Huddersfield Bus Station.

Where does the Wakefield to Halifax train arrive?

Wakefield to Halifax train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at Halifax station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Halifax?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Halifax is 18 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Wakefield to Halifax.

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

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Wakefield to Halifax - 6 ways to travel via train, line 231 bus, bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Wakefield to Halifax by train, bus, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Halifaxtrain London Kings Cross - Bradford Interchange / ...
33 min
£5–9
Line 231 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Westgate A to Huddersfield Bus Stationbus 232 / ...
2. Take the bus from Huddersfield Bus Station to First Bus Depotbus 501 / ...
1h 47m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Halifaxtaxi 17.5 mi
33 min
£45–55
Drive 17.5 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Halifaxcar 17.5 mi
33 min
£5–7
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Leedstrain Doncaster - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Halifaxtrain Leeds - Rochdale / ...
53 min
£9–20
Line 268 bus, line 681 bus
1. Take the bus from Westgate B to Carr Bottom Roadbus 268
2. Take the bus from Carr Bottom Road to Godley Bridgebus 681 / ...
2h 2m

Wakefield to Halifax by train

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Distance: 18.6 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

Grand Central Trains operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Halifax 4 times a day. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate A to First Bus Depot via Huddersfield Bus Station in around 1h 47m.

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