Trains to Wakefield from Wilmslow
| First train | 05:49 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:57 | |
| Departure station | Wilmslow | |
| Arrival station | Wakefield | |
| Journey time | From 1h 41m | |
| Distance | 39 miles (62 km) | |
| Frequency | 29 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Travel from Wilmslow to Wakefield by train in 1 hour 41 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Wilmslow to Wakefield by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Wilmslow to Wakefield by train is 2 hours 4 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 41 minutes. You'll usually find 29 trains per day travelling the 39 miles (62 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Wakefield. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales on your way to Wakefield, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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