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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Scunthorpe is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Scunthorpe via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Wakefield and Scunthorpe is 43 miles. The road distance is 45 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £13 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from Wakefield to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Scunthorpe train from?

Wakefield to Scunthorpe train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Where does the Wakefield to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Wakefield to Scunthorpe train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Scunthorpe is 45 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Wakefield to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

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Wakefield to Scunthorpe - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Wakefield to Scunthorpe by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Doncastertrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Scunthorpetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
1h 13m
£14–32
Drive 44.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Scunthorpecar 44.8 mi
57 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Scunthorpetaxi 44.8 mi
57 min
£90–120

Wakefield to Scunthorpe by train

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1h 13mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42.7 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Scunthorpe via Doncaster in around 1h 13m.

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