Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield train

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Cheap train tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield

Showing times and prices for Sep 18

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
Transpennine Express
C30588
05:33AM2h02
Newcastle (NCL)
07:35AMWakefield Westgate (WKF)
$401One-way
1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
C46802
05:26AM1h56
Newcastle (NCL)
07:22AMWakefield Westgate (WKF)
$591One-way
1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
C46913
05:59AM2h23
Newcastle (NCL)
08:22AMWakefield Westgate (WKF)
$621One-way
1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
C47013
04:45AM2h13
Newcastle (NCL)
06:58AMWakefield Westgate (WKF)
$721One-way
1 transfer
Transpennine Express
C30572
04:25AM2h27
Newcastle (NCL)
06:52AMWakefield Westgate (WKF)
$971One-way
1 transfer

Train schedule from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 18
Transpennine Express
C30572
04:25AM2h27
Newcastle (NCL)
06:52AMWakefield Westgate (WKF)
1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
C47013
04:45AM2h13
Newcastle (NCL)
06:58AMWakefield Westgate (WKF)
1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
C46802
05:26AM1h56
Newcastle (NCL)
07:22AMWakefield Westgate (WKF)
1 transfer
Transpennine Express
C30588
05:33AM2h02
Newcastle (NCL)
07:35AMWakefield Westgate (WKF)
1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
C46913
05:59AM2h23
Newcastle (NCL)
08:22AMWakefield Westgate (WKF)
1 transfer

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Fastest train times from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield

Showing times and prices for Sep 18

Fastest Journey

1 h 56 m

Average

2 h 12 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

144 km

It's difficult to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield without transferring at least once.

Fastest
London North Eastern Railway
C46802
05:26AM1h56
Newcastle (NCL)
07:22AMWakefield Westgate (WKF)
$591One-way
1 transfer
Transpennine Express
C30588
05:33AM2h02
Newcastle (NCL)
07:35AMWakefield Westgate (WKF)
$401One-way
1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
C47013
04:45AM2h13
Newcastle (NCL)
06:58AMWakefield Westgate (WKF)
$721One-way
1 transfer
London North Eastern Railway
C46913
05:59AM2h23
Newcastle (NCL)
08:22AMWakefield Westgate (WKF)
$621One-way
1 transfer
Transpennine Express
C30572
04:25AM2h27
Newcastle (NCL)
06:52AMWakefield Westgate (WKF)
$971One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield

distanceDistance89 miles (143 km)
durationAverage train duration1 h 48 min
priceAverage train ticket price$41 (€35)
frequencyTrain frequency17 a day
changesDirect trainYes
carriersTrain companiesTransPennine Express, CrossCountry, LNER or first_transpennine_express

Trains from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield cover the 89 miles (143 km) long route taking on average 1 h 48 min with our travel partners like TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, LNER or first_transpennine_express. Normally, there are 17 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $41 (€35), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $20 (€17).

Train companies: TransPennine Express, CrossCountry and East Coast from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield trains

TransPennine Express, CrossCountry and East Coast trains will get you from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Train information from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield with TransPennine Express:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 52 min
  • Cheapest Price: $17

FAQs: Trains from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield

FAQs: Travel by train from Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield can start from as little as $20 (€17) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield is $41 (€35); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield train time is 1 h 48 min   covering the 89 mile (143 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield leaves at 4: 33 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield leaves at 7: 58 PM.
There are 17 trains a day from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield which require at least one change with TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, LNER or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield train with TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, LNER or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to Wakefield from Newcastle upon Tyne as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 58 PM.
A day trip to Wakefield from Newcastle upon Tyne is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 48 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield by train is July.
You have options as you can travel to Wakefield from Newcastle upon Tyne 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield

Newcastle upon Tyne
Wakefield
The major railway station for departures from Newcastle upon Tyne is. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at for your journey from Newcastle upon Tyne to Wakefield.
The major train station for arrivals in Wakefield is Wakefield Westgate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wakefield Westgate for your journey to Wakefield from Newcastle upon Tyne.
Amenities at station
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
phone
Phone Number
+44 345 722 5333
Public transit options for Wakefield Westgate
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop (W9) in the short-stay car park.

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