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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Nelson is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Nelson is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Seldon Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Keighley Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Nelson via Leeds and Burnley Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Nelson?

The distance between Wakefield and Nelson is 51 miles. The road distance is 37 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Nelson without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Wakefield to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Nelson bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Nelson train from?

Wakefield to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Nelson?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Nelson is to line 110 bus and line 60 bus and bus which takes 3h 30m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Wakefield to Nelson bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Nelson train arrive?

Wakefield to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Burnley Manchester Road station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Nelson is 37 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Wakefield to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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Wakefield to Nelson - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 110 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain Leeds - Skipton / ...
2. Take the bus from Outside Rail Station to The Zonebus M6
2h 13m
Drive 36.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Nelsoncar 36.8 mi
1h 7m
£9–13
Line 110 bus, line 60 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 Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Seldon Streetbus M4
3h 30m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Nelsontaxi 36.8 mi
1h 7m
£75–95
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
3h 3m
£19–37
Line 268 bus, line 662 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus 268 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus 662
3. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Seldon Streetbus M4
3h 51m

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Distance: 51.1 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Nelson, Lancashire, England?

You can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Seldon Street via Leeds City Bus Station, Keighley Bus Station Entrance, and Keighley Bus Station in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Burnley Manchester Road hourly. Tickets cost £15–27 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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