Birmingham to Wakefield train

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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Wakefield

Showing times and prices for Sep 09

Cheapest

$58

Average

$75

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

09:09AM2h40

Birmingham

11:49AMWakefield

$581One-way

0 transfers

09:03AM1h43

Birmingham

10:46AMWakefield

$681One-way

0 transfers

07:03AM1h43

Birmingham

08:46AMWakefield

$771One-way

0 transfers

06:03AM1h45

Birmingham

07:48AMWakefield

$781One-way

0 transfers

08:03AM1h45

Birmingham

09:48AMWakefield

$961One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from Birmingham to Wakefield

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 9

Cross Country

09:03AM1h43

Birmingham

10:46AMWakefield

0 transfers

Cross Country

08:03AM1h45

Birmingham

09:48AMWakefield

0 transfers

Cross Country

07:03AM1h43

Birmingham

08:46AMWakefield

0 transfers

Cross Country

06:03AM1h45

Birmingham

07:48AMWakefield

0 transfers

Northern Rail

09:09AM2h40

Birmingham

11:49AMWakefield

0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Birmingham to Wakefield

Showing times and prices for Sep 09

Fastest Journey

1 h 43 m

Average

1 h 55 m

Trains per day

Distance

136 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham for Wakefield every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

09:03AM1h43

Birmingham

10:46AMWakefield

$681One-way

0 transfers

07:03AM1h43

Birmingham

08:46AMWakefield

$771One-way

0 transfers

08:03AM1h45

Birmingham

09:48AMWakefield

$961One-way

0 transfers

06:03AM1h45

Birmingham

07:48AMWakefield

$781One-way

0 transfers

09:09AM2h40

Birmingham

11:49AMWakefield

$581One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Birmingham to Wakefield

Distance	84 miles (136 km)
Average train duration	1 h 43 min
Average train ticket price	$73 (€61)
Direct train	No
Train providers	CrossCountry

Trains from Birmingham to Wakefield cover the 84 miles (136 km) long journey taking on average 1 h 43 min with our travel partners like CrossCountry. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $73 (€61), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $40 (€34). Travelers depart most frequently from Birmingham New Street and arrive in Wakefield Westgate.

Train providers: CrossCountry from Birmingham to Wakefield trains

You can travel by train from Birmingham to Wakefield with CrossCountry for as low as $36 (€30). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from Birmingham to Wakefield you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Train information from Birmingham to Wakefield with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 1 h 38 min
Cheapest Price: $36
CrossCountry frequency: 12 a day

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Wakefield

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham to Wakefield easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Wakefield.

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Wakefield can start from as little as $40 (€34) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Wakefield is $73 (€61); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Birmingham and Wakefield is on average 1 h 43 min for the 84 mile (136 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Wakefield from Birmingham by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Birmingham to Wakefield leaves at 5: 19 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Birmingham to Wakefield leaves at 6: 03 PM.

When taking a train from Birmingham to Wakefield, you can count on CrossCountry for the best way to get you to Wakefield. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Birmingham to Wakefield and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 03 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Birmingham New Street, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Wakefield Westgate, located 0.5 miles (806 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Wakefield from Birmingham is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 43 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Birmingham to Wakefield by train is March.

You have options as you can travel between Birmingham and Wakefield 2 different ways: bus or train.

Popular train stations from Birmingham to Wakefield

Birmingham

Wakefield

The major railway station for departures from Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your journey from Birmingham to Wakefield.

Birmingham New Street Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141, +44 3450774224

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05: 15 - 23: 00 | Sun: 07: 30 - 23: 00

Public transit options for Birmingham New Street

Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.