York to Wakefield train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Wakefield

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$16

Average price

$16

Fastest journey

34 m

Average duration

48 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

41 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from York to Wakefield will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave York for Wakefield on Mon, Jun 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .

On Mon, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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.

TransPennine Express
10:52AM0h42
York
11:34AMWakefield
$161One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
09:58AM0h34
York
10:32AMWakefield
$161One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
05:19AM1h17
York
06:36AMWakefield
$161One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
11:23AM1h03
York
12:26PMWakefield
$161One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
03:53PM0h39
York
04:32PMWakefield
$171One-way
0 transfers

Live departures

York to Wakefield train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday, June 15
Last updated at 5:40 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
transpennine_expressC26869 · TP265300
On time
7:20 AM York station (YRK)
1h46
9:06 AM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)
1 transfer
transpennine_expressC26869+northern_railY01006
On time
7:20 AM York station (YRK)
1h06
8:26 AM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)
1 transfer
transpennine_expressC27201+london_north_eastern_railwayW03301
On time
8:04 AM York station (YRK)
1h13
9:17 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
1 transfer
transpennine_expressC26863+northern_railY01038
Delayed
8:16 AM 8:15 AMYork station (YRK)
1h11
9:26 AM Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)
1 transfer
northern_railY02532 · W46978
On time
8:47 AM York station (YRK)
1h46
10:33 AM Wakefield Westgate (WKF)
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from York to Wakefield

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Trains from York to Wakefield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) 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
56m
Cheapest ticket price
$5 (€4)
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
31m
First train
02:35
Last train
16:58
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 York to Wakefield trains

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CrossCountry from York to Wakefield train information:

  • Average Duration: 36 min
  • Cheapest Price: $31
  • CrossCountry frequency: 13 a day

FAQs: Trains from York to Wakefield

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Popular train stations from York to Wakefield

York
Wakefield
The major train station for departures in York is York. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at York for your trip from York to Wakefield.
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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
The major train station for arrivals in Wakefield is Wakefield Kirkgate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wakefield Kirkgate for your journey to Wakefield from York.
Amenities at train station
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DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
Parking
Parking
  • 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.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
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
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
  • 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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