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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Stansted is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Stansted is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £110 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Ebbsfleet International via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Stansted?

The distance between Wakefield and Stansted is 208 miles. The road distance is 207 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £110 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Wakefield to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Stansted train from?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Stansted train arrive?

Wakefield to Stansted train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Stansted is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Wakefield to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 16486+ hotels available in Stansted.

Wakefield to Stansted - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Stansted by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 44m
£110–157
Drive 205.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Stanstedcar 205.8 mi
3h 34m
£51–74
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Meophamtrain
6h 46m
£96–329
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Sheffieldtrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International
5h 45m
£90–149

Wakefield to Stansted by train and bus

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Distance: 206.6 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 1h 58m.

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