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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Kirkstall is to line 110 bus and line 60 bus which costs £2 - £5 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Kirkstall is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Kirkstall?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Kirkstall. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Kirkstall Lights via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Kirkstall?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Kirkstall. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Headingley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Wakefield to Kirkstall?

The distance between Wakefield and Kirkstall is 13 miles. The road distance is 12.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Kirkstall without a car is to train and line 34 bus which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Wakefield to Kirkstall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Kirkstall bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Kirkstall train from?

Wakefield to Kirkstall train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Kirkstall?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Kirkstall is to train which takes 40 min and costs £4 - £10. Alternatively, you can line 110 bus and bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Wakefield to Kirkstall bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Kirkstall train arrive?

Wakefield to Kirkstall train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Kirkstall?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Kirkstall is 13 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Wakefield to Kirkstall.

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

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Wakefield to Kirkstall - 6 ways to travel via train, line 34 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train, line 34 bus
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Leedstrain Doncaster - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from City Square F to Kirkstall Lightsbus 34 / ...
37 min
£5–9
Line 110 bus, line 60 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Kirkstall Morrisonsbus 60 / ...
1h 24m
£3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Leedstrain Doncaster - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Headingleytrain Leeds - York / ...
40 min
£4–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Kirkstalltaxi 12.6 mi
22 min
£60–75
Drive 12.6 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Kirkstallcar 12.6 mi
22 min
£4–5
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 Station to Kirkstall Lightsbus 34 / ...
1h 9m
£4–6

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Headingley via Leeds in around 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Kirkstall Lights via Leeds City Bus Station in around 1h 9m.

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