Trains to Wakefield from Salford
| First train | 05:27 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:35 | |
| Departure station | Salford | |
| Arrival station | Wakefield | |
| Journey time | From 1h 13m | |
| Distance | 35 miles (56 km) | |
| Frequency | 120 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Grand Central Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Salford to Wakefield in 1 hour 13 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Salford to Wakefield? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 44 minutes to travel the 35 miles (56 km) from Salford to Wakefield by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 120 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, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry 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 Salford 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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