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Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Wakefield Stations

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90

train journeys
per day

21

miles (34 kms)

34 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 00:53

first / last train

87

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Wakefield Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 90 scheduled rail journeys between Sheffield and Wakefield Stations , with 87 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sheffield to Wakefield Stations is approximately 21 miles (34 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 51 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgate. The fastest journey time on this route takes 34 mins.

Journeys from Sheffield to Wakefield Stations Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:15
    57 mins Direct
    06:12
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Westgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    05:28
    47 mins Direct
    06:15
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    06:02
    47 mins Direct
    06:49
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    06:17
    57 mins Direct
    07:14
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Westgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    06:20
    34 mins Direct
    06:54
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    06:44
    39 mins Direct
    07:23
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    07:04
    46 mins Direct - overtaken train
    07:50
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    07:15
    1 hrs 1 min Direct
    08:16
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Westgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    07:18
    38 mins Direct - overtaken train
    07:56
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    07:21
    26 mins Direct
    07:47
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Westgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    07:46
    36 mins Direct
    08:22
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    08:04
    46 mins Direct - overtaken train
    08:50
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    08:16
    57 mins Direct
    09:13
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Westgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    08:19
    37 mins Direct - overtaken train
    08:56
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    08:22
    26 mins Direct
    08:48
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Westgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    08:48
    37 mins Direct
    09:25
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    09:03
    46 mins Direct - overtaken train
    09:49
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    09:15
    58 mins Direct
    10:13
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Westgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    09:18
    38 mins Direct - overtaken train
    09:56
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    09:21
    25 mins Direct
    09:46
    Sheffield
    Wakefield Westgate
    Sheffield to Wakefield Westgate

About Sheffield Station

Station name Sheffield (SHF)
Address Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:50
Saturday 05:00 - 22:50
Sunday 07:45 - 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 Unavailable
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 Sheffield and Wakefield Stations

The travel time between Sheffield and Wakefield Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sheffield and Wakefield Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 90 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:53.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 87 direct services per day from Sheffield to Wakefield Stations

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

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