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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Somerset is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 8h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Somerset is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Huntworth Lane M5 via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Cabot Circus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Taunton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Somerset?

The distance between Wakefield and Somerset is 247 miles. The road distance is 224.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £100 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Wakefield to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Somerset bus from?

Wakefield to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Somerset train from?

Wakefield to Somerset train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Somerset?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Somerset is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £100 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the Wakefield to Somerset bus arrive?

Wakefield to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Wakefield to Somerset train arrive?

Wakefield to Somerset train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Taunton station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Somerset is 224 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Wakefield to Somerset.

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

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Wakefield to Somerset - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Wakefield to Somerset by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 52m
£108–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
8h 2m
£29–48
Drive 223 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Somersetcar 223 mi
3h 52m
£57–82
Train to Newcastle, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus
5h 56m
£85–168
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Verriersbus 101 / ...
8h 54m
£43–70
Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LBA - BRS
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus
7h 32m
£58–135

Wakefield to Somerset by train and bus

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Distance: 246 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Taunton every 2 hours. Tickets cost £100–160 and the journey takes 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Huntworth Lane M5 via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Bristol Bus Station, and Cabot Circus in around 8h 2m.

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