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Outbound fromWakefield to Alexandra Palace by train
It takes an average of 3h 9m to travel from Wakefield to Alexandra Palace by train, over a distance of around 155 miles (250 km). There are normally 13 trains per day travelling from Wakefield to Alexandra Palace and tickets for this journey start from £115.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:44 | |
| Departure station | Wakefield | |
| Arrival station | Alexandra Palace | |
| Journey time | From 2h 9m | |
| Distance | 155 miles (250 km) | |
| Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £115.20 | |
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Taking the train from Wakefield to Alexandra Palace in 2 hours 9 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Wakefield to Alexandra Palace? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 9 minutes to travel the 155 miles (250 km) from Wakefield to Alexandra Palace by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 9 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 13 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. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with London North Eastern Railway for all or at least part of your journey to Alexandra Palace.
Book train tickets from Wakefield to Alexandra Palace in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £115.20. 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 Alexandra Palace by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Alexandra Palace
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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 Wakefield to Alexandra Palace 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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