| First train | 04:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:02 | |
| Departure station | Cheltenham Spa | |
| Arrival station | Wakefield Kirkgate | |
| Journey time | From 2h 55m | |
| Distance | 126 miles (202 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express |
If you want to know more about the journey from Cheltenham Spa to Wakefield Kirkgate by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Cheltenham Spa to Wakefield Kirkgate by train is 5 hours 25 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 55 minutes. You'll usually find 18 trains per day travelling the 126 miles (202 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Wakefield Kirkgate. You'll be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or East Midlands Railway on your way to Wakefield Kirkgate, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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