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Wakefield to Newquay by train

First train

05:23

Last train

00:02

Departure station

Wakefield

Arrival station

Newquay

Journey time

From 7h 27m

Distance

272 miles (438 km)

Frequency

9 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway

Travelling from Wakefield to Newquay by train

Looking to travel from Wakefield to Newquay by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 11 hours 21 minutes to travel from Wakefield to Newquay by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 7 hours 27 minutes though. You'll usually find 9 trains per day running along the 272 miles (438 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Newquay, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or East Midlands Railway to get to Newquay. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Wakefield to Newquay in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

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

How long does the train from Wakefield to Newquay take?

The average journey time by train between Wakefield and Newquay is 11 hours and 21 minutes, with around 9 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Wakefield and Newquay by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Wakefield to Newquay is 7 hours and 27 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Wakefield to Newquay?

No, there are no direct train services from Wakefield to Newquay. Travelling from Wakefield to Newquay by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Wakefield to Newquay leave?

The first train from Wakefield to Newquay leaves at 05:23. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Wakefield to Newquay leave?

The last train from Wakefield to Newquay leaves at 00:02. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Wakefield and Newquay by train?

Trains travelling from Wakefield to Newquay cover a distance of around 272 miles (438 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Newquay

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Consider a Season Ticket

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Use your Railcard

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† 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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