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It takes an average of 8h 51m to travel from Axminster to Wakefield by train, over a distance of around 210 miles (339 km). There are normally 4 trains per day travelling from Axminster to Wakefield and tickets for this journey start from £46.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:09 | |
| Departure station | Axminster | |
| Arrival station | Wakefield | |
| Journey time | From 5h 45m | |
| Distance | 210 miles (339 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £46.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, South Western Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Axminster to Wakefield in 5 hours 45 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Axminster to Wakefield? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 8 hours 51 minutes to travel the 210 miles (339 km) from Axminster to Wakefield by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 45 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 4 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or East Midlands Railway to Wakefield. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Axminster to Wakefield in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £46.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Wakefield by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.