4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Wakefield
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
3 h 46 m
Average duration
3 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Wakefield will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 1 trains that leave Norwich for Wakefield on Fri, May 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 220 km distance in an average of 3 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 46 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 3 h 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:08 PM3h46Norwich11:54 PMWakefield$381One-way0 transfers
- 8:08 PM3h46Norwich11:54 PMWakefield$381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Norwich to Wakefield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $832.
Distance: 136 miles (220 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$75 Average price | $1019 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 22m Average total duration 13h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Norwich to Wakefield:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norwich to Wakefield costing on average $75 (€60).
A bus is $958 (€769) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Norwich to Wakefield costing on average $1019 (€818).
Other travel options to Wakefield take longer:
Flight takes on average 7h 5m.
Bus takes on average 13h 52m.
You'll arrive about 56m sooner (2h 50m by train vs 3h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $75 (€60) compared to roughly $60 (€48) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Norwich to Wakefield by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Wakefield
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Trains from Norwich to Wakefield run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 136 miles (220 km) distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 136 miles (220 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€30) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 5:18 AM |
Last train 8:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Norwich to Wakefield trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Norwich and Wakefield from $38 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Norwich to Wakefield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich to Wakefield by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wakefield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Norwich to Wakefield
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Forecourt
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: A small number are accessible, therefore advance notification (via station) ensures they are available when required
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and in the Waiting Room on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 2. There is a 1st Class waiting room on platform 1. Open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:00. Saturday 05:00 - 20:30. Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop (W9) in the short-stay car park.
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TaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Carpark is now open as of 29th August 2015
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for mobility impaired or elderly customers as the access to the platforms is via ramped subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station entrance.
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