Wakefield to York train with CrossCountry

Sat, Jul 19
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Northern Rail (3)
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wakefield to York

Showing times and prices for Jul 19

Cheapest price

$13

Average price

$17

Fastest journey

35 m

Average duration

43 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

41 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Wakefield to York will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Wakefield for York on Sat, Jul 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 19 the direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .

On Sat, Jul 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.

Northern Rail (3)
02:56PM1h01
Wakefield
03:57PMYork
$131One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
06:44PM0h48
Wakefield
07:32PMYork
$161One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
11:45AM0h38
Wakefield
12:23PMYork
$171One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
04:01PM0h35
Wakefield
04:36PMYork
$171One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
12:02PM0h35
Wakefield
12:37PMYork
$221One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Wakefield to York

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Trains from Wakefield to York run on average 4 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
24 miles (40 km)
Average train duration
44m
Cheapest ticket price
$8 (€6)
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
33m
First train
00:03
Last train
23:12
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) and TransPennine Express from Wakefield to York trains

Travel to York from Wakefield from $8 (€6) with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) and TransPennine Express! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.

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CrossCountry from Wakefield to York train information:

  • Average Duration: 40 min
  • Cheapest Price: $53
  • CrossCountry frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Trains from Wakefield to York

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Popular train stations from Wakefield to York

Wakefield
York
The major train station for departures in Wakefield is Wakefield Westgate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wakefield Westgate for your trip from Wakefield to York.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Forecourt
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
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  • 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
Lounge
Lounge
  • 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
Bike Parking
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  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front of station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
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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  • Car Park: Carpark is now open as of 29th August 2015
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: in the station car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station entrance.
The major train station for arrivals in York is York. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at York for your journey to York from Wakefield.
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Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for York
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel

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