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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Ilkeston is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Retail Parks H and arriving at Market Place via Burton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Ilkeston?

The distance between Wakefield and Ilkeston is 73 miles. The road distance is 60.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Ilkeston without a car is to train and bus via Bus Station which takes 1h 37m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Wakefield to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Ilkeston bus from?

Wakefield to Ilkeston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Retail Parks H station.

Where does the Wakefield to Ilkeston bus arrive?

Wakefield to Ilkeston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Ilkeston is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Wakefield to Ilkeston.

How do I get a bus ticket from Wakefield to Ilkeston?

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Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

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Wakefield to Ilkeston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 15 bus

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

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Train, bus via Bus Station
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Derbytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Spinneybus If
1h 37m
£39–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Retail Parks H to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 465
2. Take the bus from Burton Street to Market Placebus Two
2h 51m
£15–34
Drive 60.5 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Ilkestoncar 60.5 mi
1h 8m
£15–22
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Nottinghamtrain Leeds - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Upper Parliament Street to Market Placebus Two
2h 22m
£32–58
Train, line 15 bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Long Eatontrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station Sycamore Road to Market Placebus 15
2h 37m
£36–62

Wakefield to Ilkeston by train and bus

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1h 37mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 72.9 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Retail Parks H to Market Place via Broad Marsh Bus Station and Burton Street in around 2h 51m.

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