How to Travel from
Wakefield to Leicester
by Bus or Car
Schedule
Wakefield, Great Britain → Leicester, Great Britain
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Wakefield to Leicester
Composite routes from Wakefield to Leicester
Cheapest
1 h 32 min
Car
141 km.
from $7
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.23–$12.02
Kinchbus
Bus from Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.82–$7.59
Train operators
East Midlands Railways
Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Sheffield to Leicester
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.38–$50.63
National Express
Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Wakefield to Loughborough
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97
Cross Country
Train from Wakefield Westgate to Derby
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$53.16–$120.25
Northern Rail
Train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Sheffield
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.86–$12.02
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Leicester?
The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Leicester is to bus which costs $26.09 - $36.96 and takes 3h 6m.
What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield to Leicester?
The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Leicester is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $28.26 - $41.30 .
Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Leicester?
No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Wakefield and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Lemyngton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.
Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Leicester?
No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Leicester via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.
How far is it from Wakefield to Leicester?
The distance between Wakefield and Leicester is 149 km. The road distance is 141.8 km.
How do I travel from Wakefield to Leicester without a car?
The best way to get from Wakefield to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs $33.70 - $54.35 .
How long does it take to get from Wakefield to Leicester?
It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Wakefield to Leicester, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Wakefield to Leicester bus from?
Wakefield to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Wakefield station.
Where do I catch the Wakefield to Leicester train from?
Wakefield to Leicester train services, operated by Northern Rail, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Train or bus from Wakefield to Leicester?
The best way to get from Wakefield to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs $33.70 - $54.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26.09 - $36.96 and takes 3h 6m.
Where does the Wakefield to Leicester bus arrive?
Wakefield to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Loughborough station.
Where does the Wakefield to Leicester train arrive?
Wakefield to Leicester train services, operated by Northern Rail, arrive at Sheffield station.
Can I drive from Wakefield to Leicester?
Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Leicester is 142 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Wakefield to Leicester.
How do I get a train ticket from Wakefield to Leicester?
Book your Wakefield to Leicester train tickets online with Omio.
Where can I stay near Leicester?
There are 772+ hotels available in Leicester. Prices start at $56.02 per night.
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