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It takes an average of 3h 57m to travel from Wakefield to London Waterloo by train, over a distance of around 162 miles (260 km). There are normally 69 trains per day travelling from Wakefield to London Waterloo and tickets for this journey start from £34.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:43 | |
| Departure station | Wakefield | |
| Arrival station | London Waterloo | |
| Journey time | From 2h 24m | |
| Distance | 162 miles (260 km) | |
| Frequency | 69 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £34.10 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink |
Travel by train from Wakefield to London Waterloo
Looking to travel from Wakefield to London Waterloo by train? You've come to the right place!
Generally, the train from Wakefield to London Waterloo takes around 3 hours 57 minutes, but can take just 2 hours 24 minutes on the fastest services. There are up to 69 trains per day from Wakefield to London Waterloo.
You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway and Thameslink trains run on this route.
Book your ticket from £34.10 for this journey. Booking early is one of the most effective ways to save money.
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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.
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