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Outbound fromLondon to Wakefield by train
It takes an average of 2h 30m to travel from London to Wakefield by train, over a distance of around 161 miles (259 km). There are normally 44 trains per day travelling from London to Wakefield and tickets for this journey start from £15.70 when you book in advance.
How to travel from London to Wakefield by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from London to Wakefield? Look no further.
You'll usually find 44 trains per day running between London and Wakefield, which usually take 2 hours 30 minutes to complete the 161 miles (259 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 52 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. London North Eastern Railway trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Wakefield.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from London to Wakefield start from £15.70 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Wakefield? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from London to Wakefield
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Wakefield is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.