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It takes an average of 4h 2m to travel from Wrexham General to Wakefield by train, over a distance of around 76 miles (122 km). There are normally 15 trains per day travelling from Wrexham General to Wakefield and tickets for this journey start from £24.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:25 | |
| Departure station | Wrexham General | |
| Arrival station | Wakefield | |
| Journey time | From 2h 35m | |
| Distance | 76 miles (122 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £24.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Grand Central Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
About the train journey from Wrexham General to Wakefield
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The train from Wrexham General to Wakefield usually takes 4 hours 2 minutes on average to travel 76 miles (122 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 2 hours 35 minutes. You can expect to find 15 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Wakefield, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Wrexham General to Wakefield if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £24.50. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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