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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Taunton is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Taunton is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £100 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Taunton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Taunton. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Taunton?

The distance between Wakefield and Taunton is 240 miles. The road distance is 230.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Taunton without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £100 - £160.

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

The train from Wakefield Westgate to Taunton takes 3h 56m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Taunton train from?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Taunton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Taunton is 231 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Wakefield to Taunton.

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

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Where can I stay near Taunton?

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 56m
£100–160
Drive 229.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Tauntoncar 229.6 mi
3h 57m
£57–83
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Exeter, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain
4h 42m
£105–253
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, 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 Blackbrook BP Garagebus
5h 46m
£84–166

Wakefield to Taunton by train

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Distance: 238.5 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Taunton every 2 hours. Tickets cost £100–160 and the journey takes 3h 56m.

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