What is the cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Watford Gap services?

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Watford Gap services is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield to Watford Gap services?

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Watford Gap services is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Watford Gap services?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Watford Gap services. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Long Buckby via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Watford Gap services?

The distance between Wakefield and Watford Gap services is 160 miles. The road distance is 123.6 miles.

How do I travel from Wakefield to Watford Gap services without a car?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Watford Gap services without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £100 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Wakefield to Watford Gap services?

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Wakefield to Watford Gap services, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Watford Gap services train from?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Watford Gap services train arrive?

Wakefield to Watford Gap services train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Watford Gap services?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Watford Gap services is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Wakefield to Watford Gap services.

Where can I stay near Watford Gap services?

There are 901+ hotels available in Watford Gap services.

Wakefield to Watford Gap services - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Watford Gap services by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Long Buckbytrain Birmingham New Street - Northampton / ...
3h 6m
£100–160
Drive 122.9 mi
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1. Drive from Wakefield to Watford Gap servicescar 122.9 mi
2h 1m
£30–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Nottinghamtrain Leeds - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk900 / ...
6h 15m
£37–64
Train via Tamworth
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Tamworth High Leveltrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Tamworth to Rugbytrain Crewe - London Euston / ...
4h 18m
£63–96

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Distance: 159.4 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Watford Gap services, England?

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Watford Gap services via Birmingham New Street and Long Buckby in around 3h 6m.

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