Taunton to Wakefield by train

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Overview: trains from Taunton to Wakefield

Find the key information for travelling by train from Taunton to Wakefield, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:49 View journey
Last train 18:53 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 3hr 52m View journey
Distance (km) 315
Trains / day 23 View all
Cheapest journey AU$259.15 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 22m
Train operators 1

Travelling by train from Taunton to Wakefield

Ready to travel from Taunton to Wakefield by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Taunton and Wakefield

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: AU$259.15

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Train times for travel from Taunton to Wakefield

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 06:50 and the last departure is 18:52. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:49 and the last train leaves at 18:53. On average, a total of 23 trains make this journey each day.

Train duration for trips from Taunton to Wakefield

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 52 minutes, crossing a total distance of 315 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Taunton and Wakefield?

Tickets along this route go on sale 3 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making the most of your Taunton to Wakefield travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Wakefield.

FAQs about the train journey from Taunton to Wakefield

Want to know more about your journey from Taunton to Wakefield? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Taunton and Wakefield is 315 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.