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Leeds City Museum
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wakefield to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to Leeds will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Of the 12 trains that leave Wakefield for Leeds on Mon, Aug 03, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 17 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.
G90289
L89774
P23867
G90293
L89734
C02149
G89902
G08076
G90293
P23867Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€3 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price | €4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Wakefield to Leeds:
A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Wakefield to Leeds costing on average €6.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
The journey is about 4m faster (22m by train vs 26m by car) and roughly €0.43 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€3 vs €4). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Leeds trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P23867 | 6:14 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0h17 | 6:31 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89774 | 6:15 AM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0h29 | 6:44 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G90289 | 6:28 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0h18 | 6:46 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89734 | 6:48 AM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0h35 | 7:23 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G90293 | 6:55 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0h17 | 7:12 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89396 | 6:55 AM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0h20 | 7:15 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08076 | 8:03 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0h15 | 8:18 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89902 | 8:11 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0h13 | 8:24 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P23886 | 8:17 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0h19 | 8:36 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89448 | 8:21 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0h17 | 8:38 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89400 | 8:24 AM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0h20 | 8:44 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02149 | 8:37 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0h13 | 8:50 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Wakefield to Leeds run on average 9 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 13m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
National museum on medicine and surgery with remarkable instruments and pathology displays. Unique, thought-provoking, and one of Leeds’ standout specialist museums.
Important gallery spanning historic and modern art in a handsome city-centre building. A core Leeds cultural venue with strong permanent displays.
Grand Victorian shopping and strolling street lined with arcades and landmarks. A classic first stop for architecture, retail, and city-centre atmosphere.
Major urban park with avenues, lakes, and events space. A local favorite for relaxing, walking, and seeing one of Leeds’ best-loved green spaces.
Canalside regeneration district with waterside paths, independent venues, and modern city views. Popular for walking and seeing contemporary Leeds at work and play.
A Yorkshire staple of batter baked until crisp and airy, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy at Sunday lunch.
A hearty pork sausage from nearby West Yorkshire, usually seasoned with herbs and served with mash or in breakfasts.
A rich fruit loaf packed with currants and citrus peel, strongly linked to Yorkshire baking and often served sliced with tea.
Stylish modern British restaurant serving seasonal dishes and cocktails in an elegant but relaxed city-centre setting.
Popular Indian vegetarian institution celebrated for South Indian snacks, street food, and casual family-friendly dining.
Refined fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than London, but central stays and upscale dining can raise daily costs.
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Wakefield to Leeds trains use the Wakefield Westgate to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Wakefield and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wakefield Westgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Wakefield Westgate.
ATMs are available at Wakefield Westgate.
Ticket office support is available at Wakefield Westgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wakefield Westgate: Parking, WC.
Available at Wakefield Westgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wakefield Westgate: 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.
Wakefield Kirkgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Wakefield Kirkgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wakefield Kirkgate: 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.
Outwood is 3 km from Wakefield city centre. Public transport options include:
Outwood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Outwood: Parking.
Available at Outwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Outwood: 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.
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Bramley (West Yorks) is 6 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Bramley (West Yorks) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bramley (West Yorks): Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bramley (West Yorks): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
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