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Birmingham to Wakefield Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham to Wakefield? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £14.00, with average prices for this route around £14.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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12:03
Birmingham New Street
13:46
Wakefield Westgate
1h 43m, DirectCrossCountry
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12:45
Birmingham New Street
14:37
Wakefield Westgate
1h 52m, Changes requiredCrossCountryLNER
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13:03
Birmingham New Street
14:46
Wakefield Westgate
1h 43m, DirectCrossCountry
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14:03
Birmingham New Street
15:46
Wakefield Westgate
1h 43m, DirectCrossCountry
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14:28
Birmingham New Street
16:35
Wakefield Westgate
2h 7m, Changes requiredCrossCountryLNER
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15:03
Birmingham New Street
16:46
Paris
1h 43m, DirectCrossCountry
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Birmingham to Wakefield Train Route Details

First train
First train
09:03
Last train
Last train
22:03
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham
Arrival station
Arrival station
Wakefield
Journey time
Journey time
1h 43m
Distance
Distance
137 km
Price
Price
£14.00*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Wakefield

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham to Wakefield can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Wakefield for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Birmingham to Wakefield, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Birmingham to Wakefield more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham to Wakefield train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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