Wakefield Westgate to University (Birmingham) by train
| First train | 05:23 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:03 | |
| Departure station | Wakefield Westgate | |
| Arrival station | University (Birmingham) | |
| Journey time | From 1h 59m | |
| Distance | 87 miles (140 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Wakefield Westgate to University (Birmingham) in 1 hour 59 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Wakefield Westgate to University (Birmingham)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 42 minutes to travel the 87 miles (140 km) from Wakefield Westgate to University (Birmingham) by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 59 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 23 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to University (Birmingham). As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Wakefield Westgate to University (Birmingham) in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to University (Birmingham) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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