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Telford Central to Wakefield by train
| First train | 05:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:42 | |
| Departure station | Telford Central | |
| Arrival station | Wakefield | |
| Journey time | From 2h 43m | |
| Distance | 79 miles (128 km) | |
| Frequency | 34 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Grand Central Railway |
Taking the train from Telford Central to Wakefield in 2 hours 43 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Telford Central to Wakefield? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 27 minutes to travel the 79 miles (128 km) from Telford Central to Wakefield by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 43 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 34 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, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales 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 Telford Central 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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