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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Thursford is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Thursford is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Thursford?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Thursford. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Field Maneuvers Festival via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Thursford?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Thursford. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Sheringham via Peterborough and Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Thursford?

The distance between Wakefield and Thursford is 230 miles. The road distance is 145.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Thursford without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Wakefield to Thursford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Thursford bus from?

Wakefield to Thursford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Thursford train from?

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

Train or bus from Wakefield to Thursford?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Thursford is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Wakefield to Thursford bus arrive?

Wakefield to Thursford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Wakefield to Thursford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Thursford?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Thursford is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Wakefield to Thursford.

Where can I stay near Thursford?

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There are 3 ways to get from Wakefield to Thursford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Norwichtrain
3. Take the train from Norwich to Sheringhamtrain
6h 6m
£84–143
Drive 144.7 mi
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1. Drive from Wakefield to Thursfordcar 144.7 mi
2h 47m
£36–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Field Maneuvers Festivalbus Fm3
8h 33m
£56–123

Wakefield to Thursford by train and bus

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6h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228.3 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Highways Depot via Peterborough, Norwich, Sheringham, and Railway Approach in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Thursford via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Field Maneuvers Festival in around 8h 33m.

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