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It takes an average of 3h 31m to travel from Wakefield to Stansted Airport by train, over a distance of around 144 miles (232 km). There are normally 45 trains per day travelling from Wakefield to Stansted Airport and tickets for this journey start from £32.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:44 | |
| Departure station | Wakefield | |
| Arrival station | Stansted Airport | |
| Journey time | From 2h 42m | |
| Distance | 144 miles (232 km) | |
| Frequency | 45 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £32.20 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink |
Travelling from Wakefield to Stansted Airport by train
Looking to travel from Wakefield to Stansted Airport by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 31 minutes to travel from Wakefield to Stansted Airport by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 42 minutes though. You'll usually find 45 trains per day running along the 144 miles (232 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Stansted Airport, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway to get to Stansted Airport. 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 Stansted Airport 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, as advance tickets start from £32.20.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Stansted Airport?
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. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.