Trains to University (Birmingham) from Wakefield
| First train | 05:23 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:13 | |
| Departure station | Wakefield | |
| Arrival station | University (Birmingham) | |
| Journey time | From 2h 2m | |
| Distance | 87 miles (140 km) | |
| Frequency | 30 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Travelling from Wakefield to University (Birmingham) by train
Looking to travel from Wakefield to University (Birmingham) by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 1 minute to travel from Wakefield to University (Birmingham) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 2 minutes though. You'll usually find 30 trains per day running along the 87 miles (140 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to University (Birmingham), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to get to University (Birmingham). 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 University (Birmingham) 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!
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5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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