Wakefield to Oxford by train

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Overview: trains from Wakefield to Oxford

Find the key information for travelling by train from Wakefield to Oxford, 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 05:18 View journey
Last train 23:44 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 8m View journey
Distance (km) 215
Trains / day 31 View all
Cheapest journey CA$69.55 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 22m
Train operators 12

Travelling by train from Wakefield to Oxford

Ready to travel from Wakefield to Oxford 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 from Wakefield to Oxford

Ready to book tickets from Wakefield to Oxford? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Wakefield and Oxford typically run CA$69.55.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 4 months in advance.

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Wakefield to Oxford daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Oxford on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 31 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 05:18: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:44: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 06:23: departure of first train on weekends

  • 22:47: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 27 minutes: frequency of train departures

Train travel time and distance from Wakefield to Oxford

Trains can complete this route in as little as 3 hours and 8 minutes. The total distance travelled is 215 kilometres.

When are tickets between Wakefield and Oxford available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Wakefield and Oxford can be purchased 4 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Wakefield to Oxford

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Oxford city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Wakefield to Oxford

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

The train journey between Wakefield and Oxford spans 215 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.