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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Wakefield Stations

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20

train journeys
per day

86

miles (138 kms)

1hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

06:03 / 23:54

first / last train

17

direct trains

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Wakefield Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Wakefield Stations , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Wakefield Stations is approximately 86 miles (138 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 2 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Wakefield Stations .

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham Stations to Wakefield Stations Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:03
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    07:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    07:03
    1 hrs 45 mins Direct
    08:48
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    08:03
    1 hrs 43 mins Direct
    09:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    09:03
    1 hrs 45 mins Direct
    10:48
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    10:03
    1 hrs 43 mins Direct
    11:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    11:03
    1 hrs 43 mins Direct
    12:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    12:03
    1 hrs 43 mins Direct
    13:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    13:03
    1 hrs 43 mins Direct
    14:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    13:30
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    15:28
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    14:03
    1 hrs 43 mins Direct
    15:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    15:03
    1 hrs 43 mins Direct
    16:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    16:03
    1 hrs 43 mins Direct
    17:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    16:30
    1 hrs 47 mins Direct
    18:17
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    17:03
    1 hrs 43 mins Direct
    18:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    18:03
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    19:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    19:03
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    20:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    19:27
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    21:26
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    20:03
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    21:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    21:03
    2 hrs 14 mins Direct
    23:17
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    23:09
    7 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    06:12
    Birmingham New Street
    Wakefield Westgate
    Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Wakefield Stations Station

Station name Wakefield Stations (164)
Address Wakefield Westgate station, Mulberry Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2QN
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham Stations and Wakefield Stations

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Wakefield Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Wakefield Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

First class tickets on trains between Birmingham Stations and Wakefield Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Birmingham Stations and Wakefield Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Birmingham Stations to Wakefield Stations

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Wakefield Stations .

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birmingham Stations and Wakefield Stations , but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.