Trains to Wakefield from Bournemouth
| First train | 05:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:12 | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Wakefield | |
| Journey time | From 4h 35m | |
| Distance | 205 miles (330 km) | |
| Frequency | 51 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Western Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Bournemouth to Wakefield in 4 hours 35 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bournemouth to Wakefield? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 13 minutes to travel the 205 miles (330 km) from Bournemouth to Wakefield by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 35 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 51 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 Bournemouth to Wakefield in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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.
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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