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It takes an average of 5h 52m to travel from Gillingham (Dorset) to Wakefield by train, over a distance of around 186 miles (299 km). There are normally 5 trains per day travelling from Gillingham (Dorset) to Wakefield and tickets for this journey start from £39.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:52 | |
| Departure station | Gillingham (Dorset) | |
| Arrival station | Wakefield | |
| Journey time | From 4h 43m | |
| Distance | 186 miles (299 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £39.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Grand Central Railway, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, South Western Railway, Southern |
Taking the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Wakefield in 4 hours 43 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Wakefield? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 52 minutes to travel the 186 miles (299 km) from Gillingham (Dorset) to Wakefield by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 43 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 5 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 South Western 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 Gillingham (Dorset) to Wakefield in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £39.60. 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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How do I find cheap train tickets from Gillingham (Dorset) to Wakefield?
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.