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Trains from Wakefield to Carnoustie

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Trains to Carnoustie from Wakefield

First train

06:48

Last train

16:22

Departure stationWakefield
Arrival stationCarnoustie
Journey time

From 5h 20m

Distance

200 miles (322 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

Trains to Carnoustie from Wakefield

Want to travel from Wakefield to Carnoustie by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 6 hours 16 minutes to travel from Wakefield to Carnoustie by train. You'll find on average 1 train per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Carnoustie by train; you'll need to make 1 change.

Trains on this route are operated by London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Wakefield to Carnoustie?

Want to know more about your journey from Wakefield to Carnoustie? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Carnoustie from Wakefield?

To travel to Carnoustie from Wakefield, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 6 hours and 16 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 5 hours and 20 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Wakefield to Carnoustie?

Trains from Wakefield to Carnoustie take an average of 6 hours and 16 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours and 20 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Wakefield and Carnoustie by train?

The quickest journey time between Wakefield and Carnoustie by train is 5 hours and 20 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Wakefield to Carnoustie?

No, there are no direct trains running from Wakefield to Carnoustie, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Carnoustie?

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. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Wakefield to Carnoustie is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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