Carlisle to Wakefield by train

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Overview: trains from Carlisle to Wakefield

Find the key information for travelling by train from Carlisle 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 05:44 View journey
Last train 23:45 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 47m View journey
Distance (km) 163
Trains / day 17 View all
Cheapest journey US$63.00 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 49m
Train operators 5

From Carlisle to Wakefield by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Carlisle to Wakefield by train. With 17 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between Carlisle to Wakefield

Getting from Carlisle to Wakefield by rail typically costs US$63.00, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Carlisle to Wakefield train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Carlisle to Wakefield is at 05:50 and the last is at 23:45. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 05:44 and the last one is at 21:28. You can expect 17 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 36 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Carlisle to Wakefield?

This journey covers a total of 163 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 2 hours and 47 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Carlisle and Wakefield?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Carlisle and Wakefield 5 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Additional information on train travel from Carlisle to Wakefield

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Wakefield city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Carlisle to Wakefield

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

The trip from Carlisle to Wakefield covers a distance of 163 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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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.

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