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Caterham to Wakefield Westgate by train

First train

17:55

Last train

19:55

Departure station

Caterham

Arrival station

Wakefield Westgate

Journey time

From 3h 45m

Distance

176 miles (284 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southern

Take the train from Caterham to Wakefield Westgate in 3 hours 45 minutes

If you want to travel from Caterham to Wakefield Westgate by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Caterham to Wakefield Westgate by train to take around 5 hours 13 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 45 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 176 miles (284 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Wakefield Westgate. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Caterham to Wakefield Westgate are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Caterham to Wakefield Westgate? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Caterham and Wakefield Westgate by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Caterham to Wakefield Westgate is 3 hours and 45 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Caterham to Wakefield Westgate?

No, there are no direct train services from Caterham to Wakefield Westgate. Travelling from Caterham to Wakefield Westgate by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Caterham to Wakefield Westgate leave?

The first train from Caterham to Wakefield Westgate leaves at 17:55. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Caterham to Wakefield Westgate leave?

The last train from Caterham to Wakefield Westgate leaves at 19:55. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Caterham and Wakefield Westgate by train?

Trains travelling from Caterham to Wakefield Westgate cover a distance of around 176 miles (284 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Caterham to Wakefield Westgate

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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