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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Harlech is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Harlech is to drive which takes 3h and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Harlech?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Harlech via Manchester Piccadilly, Shrewsbury and Dovey Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Harlech?

The distance between Wakefield and Harlech is 178 miles. The road distance is 141.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Harlech without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 22m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Wakefield to Harlech, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Harlech train from?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Harlech train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Harlech?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Harlech is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Wakefield to Harlech.

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

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Where can I stay near Harlech?

There are 1575+ hotels available in Harlech.

Wakefield to Harlech - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 268 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor station to The Australiabus 1
7h 22m
£47–83
Drive 140.6 mi
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1. Drive from Wakefield to Harlechcar 140.6 mi
3h
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Dovey Junctiontrain
4. Take the train from Dovey Junction to Harlechtrain
7h 42m
£63–106
Line 268 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus 268 / ...
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Earlestowntrain
3. Take the train from Earlestown to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
4. Take the bus from Bangor station to The Australiabus 1
9h 59m
£53–92

Wakefield to Harlech by train and bus

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7h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 177.1 mi
Duration: 7h 22m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Harlech, Wales?

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Harlech via Manchester Piccadilly, Shrewsbury, and Dovey Junction in around 7h 42m.

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