London to Wakefield Train
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London to Wakefield by train
The journey from London to Wakefield by train is 259.63 km and takes 2 hrs 29 mins. There are 90 connections per day, with the first departure at 5:55 am and the last at 10:00 pm. It is possible to travel from London to Wakefield by train for as little as RM 190.85 or as much as RM 975.23. The best price for this journey is RM 190.85.
| Lowest Price | RM 190.85 |
| Journey Duration | 2 hrs 29 mins |
| Connection per Day | East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Thameslink 90 |
| Lowest Price | East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Thameslink RM 190.85 |
| Highest Price | East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Thameslink RM 975.23 |
| First Departure | East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Thameslink 5:55 am |
| Last Departure | East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Thameslink 10:00 pm |
| Distance | East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Thameslink 259.63 km |
| Departure | East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Thameslink London |
| Arrival | East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Thameslink Wakefield |
| Carriers | East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Thameslink |
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Find the best day to travel to Wakefield by train
When travelling to Wakefield by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail and London North Eastern Railway from London to Wakefield
Compare services on board when travelling from London to Wakefield by train.
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London to Wakefield CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
18.17kg
Bus
19.47kg
Flight
51.93kg
Car
41.54kg
What are the CO2 emissions from London to Wakefield by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between London and Wakefield are 18.17kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between London and Wakefield? By taking the train between London and Wakefield you will save 33.76kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.3kg compared to a bus and 23.37kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from London to Wakefield?
A train ticket from London to Wakefield is RM 506.73. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as RM 190.85.
What's the cheapest train ticket from London to Wakefield?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Wakefield is RM 190.85. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Wakefield by train?
London to Wakefield is 259.63 km.
How long does the train between London and Wakefield take?
London to Wakefield is on average 2 hrs 29 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 53 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Wakefield?
The train journey from London to Wakefield is covered by 7 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, Grand Central, CrossCountry and Thameslink.
How many train connections per day go from London to Wakefield?
London to Wakefield has 90 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from London to Wakefield leave?
The earliest train from London to Wakefield departs at 5:55 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from London to Wakefield depart?
The latest train from London to Wakefield departs at 10:00 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Wakefield in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is RM 190.85 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Wakefield?
There are on average 28 direct connection(s) from London to go to Wakefield.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Wakefield by train?
The fastest journey time by train between London and Wakefield is 1 hr 53 mins.
Is there a direct train from London to Wakefield?
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Wakefield.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Wakefield by train?
The train journey from London to Wakefield creates 18.17kg of CO2 emissions.