Is there a direct train from Bournemouth to Wakefield?

The journey between Bournemouth and Wakefield usually involves 8 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Bournemouth to Wakefield every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Bournemouth to Wakefield?

The Bournemouth to Wakefield train travel takes about 4 hours and 43 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bournemouth to Wakefield train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Wakefield leaving Bournemouth at around 05:55 and the last train leaving at around 23:12.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bournemouth at around 06:37, with the final departure at 22:12.

Bournemouth to Wakefield by train

First train

05:55
Last train

23:12

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

4hr 43m

Distance

330 kilometres
Trains per day

35

Avg. journey time

5hr 47m
Train operators

Taking the train from Bournemouth to Wakefield

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Cost of train travel from Bournemouth to Wakefield

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Bournemouth to Wakefield:

Cheapest ticket: US$99.00
Pricing when booking a month in advance:
Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

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Train schedule for travel between Bournemouth and Wakefield

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 35 trains make this journey of 330 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Bournemouth is at 05:55 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:12.

During the weekend, 06:37 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:12 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 20 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Bournemouth to Wakefield

The swiftest journey time on this route is 4 hours and 43 minutes, crossing a total distance of 330 kilometres.

When are tickets between Bournemouth and Wakefield available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Bournemouth and Wakefield can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

More information on train travel from Bournemouth to Wakefield

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Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Bournemouth to Wakefield by train?

The trip from Bournemouth to Wakefield covers a distance of 330 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Bournemouth to Wakefield?

The lowest price on this route is US$99.00. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Bournemouth to Wakefield?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Bournemouth to Wakefield by train?

The fastest journey is 4 hours and 43 minutes.

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