The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Wakefield
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Wakefield will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 1 trains that leave Nottingham for Wakefield on Thu, Dec 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Wakefield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 52 miles (84 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€29 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nottingham to Wakefield train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Wakefield trains for tomorrow, Thursday, December 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:13 AM Nottingham | 2h53 | 7:06 AM Wakefield | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Nottingham to Wakefield trains with Omio?
Northern Rail (3) as well as East Midlands Trains and east_midlands_trains offer trains services from Nottingham to Wakefield. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nottingham to Wakefield.
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Trains and east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Wakefield.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Nottingham to Wakefield.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Northern Rail (3) tickets can be bought on Northern Rail (3)'s website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of East Midlands Trains and east_midlands_trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from Nottingham to Wakefield.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Wakefield.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Wakefield
Trains from Nottingham to Wakefield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 22:30 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Wakefield trainsNorthern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Wakefield from $19 (€15). 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 Nottingham to Wakefield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Wakefield
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station.
- 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 the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station,
- 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: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Nearest services contact Bus Line 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Lingwell Gate Lane WF1 2NX, North and South of the junction with Grand Stand Rd.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Disabled passengers who cannot walk very well or are in wheelchairs will find it difficult to access the station due to the steep slope up to the station platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off adjacent to railway bridge on Agbrigg Road at service bus stops (19655). (Station side for Wakefield & opposite side for Doncaster / Sheffield)
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- 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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