The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Wakefield
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$166
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Wakefield will cost around $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
Of the 6 trains that leave London for Wakefield on Tue, Dec 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C40797
C40792
C40795
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G91051
C40791
C40797
C40792
C40795
C40791
Y11767Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Wakefield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €59.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
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€68 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €180 Average price |
2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
London to Wakefield train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Wakefield trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C52102+ G91051 | On time 8:03 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h51 | 10:54 AM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 transfer | |
Y11767 | On time 8:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h55 | 10:05 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C40791 | On time 8:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h55 | 10:35 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C40792 | On time 9:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h54 | 11:04 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C40795 | On time 9:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h54 | 11:34 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C40797 | On time 10:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h54 | 12:04 PM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book London to Wakefield trains with Omio?
LNER as well as Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Trains and First Hull Trains offer trains services from London to Wakefield. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London to Wakefield.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for LNER, but also compare tickets for the likes of Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Trains and First Hull Trains to find the best option for your trip from London to Wakefield.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While LNER tickets can be bought on LNER's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Trains and First Hull Trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from London to Wakefield.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Wakefield
Trains from London to Wakefield run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 04:18 |
Last train 22:40 |
Train companies: LNER, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Trains, First Hull Trains, Thameslink from London to Wakefield trainsLNER, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Trains, First Hull Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between London and Wakefield from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Wakefield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Wakefield by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wakefield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Wakefield
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 13:0015:15 - 19:20 Saturday 08:45 - 15:45 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is in the Ticket Hall next to the taxi office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 3 & 4
- Storage location: Inside booking office, and opposite booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility category B2. Step free access to footbridge and lifts to platforms. There is a long path sloping up from the ticket office to the footbridge and lifts.
- Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket machine is accessible to wheelchair users
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses do not serve Caledonian Road & Barnsbury. For eastbound buses towards Stratford, please take the rail replacement bus from Stop B at Highbury & Islington station in Holloway Road, For westbound buses towards Gospel Oak/Hampstead Heath, please take the rail replacement bus from Stop A at Highbury & Islington station in Holloway Road
- Metro: Caledonian Road underground station is a 10 minute walk. Exit station into Caledonian Road and turn right under railway bridge. Underground station is on the left hand side beyond Market Road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:0015:00 - 19:00 Saturday 10:45 - 14:15
- Type of shops available: High street shops
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility category A. This station has lift access to both platforms
- Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop G in Camden Road for eastbound services to Stratford Use Bus stop B in Royal College Street for westbound services to Richmond
- Metro: Camden Town London Underground station (Northern line) is approximately 4 minutes' walk away
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station,
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Nearest services contact Bus Line 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Lingwell Gate Lane WF1 2NX, North and South of the junction with Grand Stand Rd.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Disabled passengers who cannot walk very well or are in wheelchairs will find it difficult to access the station due to the steep slope up to the station platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off adjacent to railway bridge on Agbrigg Road at service bus stops (19655). (Station side for Wakefield & opposite side for Doncaster / Sheffield)
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Carpark is now open as of 29th August 2015
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for mobility impaired or elderly customers as the access to the platforms is via ramped subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station entrance.
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