Cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Birmingham
Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to Birmingham will cost around $ 93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 93.
Train schedule from Wakefield to Birmingham
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Fastest train times from Wakefield to Birmingham
Fastest Journey
1 h 41 m
Average
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
136 km
Of the 6 trains that leave Wakefield for Birmingham every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 59 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.
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Train Information between Wakefield and Birmingham
 | Distance | 84 miles (136 km) |
 | Average train duration | 1 h 45 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $90 (€75) |
 | Train frequency | 12 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 12 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | Cross Country |
Trains from Wakefield to Birmingham cover the 84 miles (136 km) long route taking on average 1 h 45 min with our travel partners like Cross Country. Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $90 (€75), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $86 (€72). Travelers depart most frequently from Wakefield Westgate and arrive in Birmingham New Street.
Train companies
Travel with CrossCountry between Wakefield and Birmingham
Buy your official CrossCountry train tickets between Wakefield and Birmingham from $86 (€72) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular trip.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from Wakefield to Birmingham you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
If you're looking for cheap CrossCountry tickets between Wakefield and Birmingham, check out Omio! With one-way Wakefield to Birmingham train ticket prices starting as low as $86 (€72) when you book in advance, we'll help you get to Birmingham from Wakefield by showing you the latest CrossCountry offers, train schedules and tickets for this 84 miles (136 km) route. You can also review relevant ticket information for each class fare available on this route, such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard with CrossCountry. If you search for CrossCountry tickets from Wakefield to Birmingham in the Omio app, you can quickly see if they are mobile tickets so that you can go paperless when taking the train. Whether you're looking for the cheapest, fastest or earliest train from Wakefield to Birmingham on offer, Omio makes it easier than ever for you to find that perfect train with CrossCountry so you can enjoy a smooth and comfortable journey.
Train information from Wakefield to Birmingham with CrossCountry:
- Average Duration: 1 h 55 min
- CrossCountry frequency: 12 a day
CrossCountry's current ticket policies due to COVID-19 for your train from Wakefield to Birmingham are the following:
- Refund or voucher policy
- If you have an Off-Peak or Anytime ticket, you can get a full refund and the £10 admin fee has been waived. Advance tickets are normally non-refundable but you can now also get a full refund if your Advance ticket was booked before 23 March 2020.
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
Travel Tips
When departing from Wakefield, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Wakefield Westgate and Wakefield Kirkgate. When arriving in Birmingham, you can end your trip in train stations like Birmingham New Street and Birmingham Moor Street.
Omio customers book a train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Street most frequently for this route.
You can find the most popular departure train station for this trip, Wakefield Westgate, located approximately 0.3 miles (536 m) from the city center of Wakefield. The most popular arrival train station in Birmingham, called Birmingham New Street, is located around 0.2 miles (399 m) away from its city center.
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