Durham to Wakefield by train
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Overview: trains from Durham to Wakefield
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Explore Durham to Wakefield by train
Thinking about travelling from Durham to Wakefield by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.
Train cost between Durham and Wakefield
Average fares along this route:
The cheapest ticket price: US$53.50
Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:
Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:
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Durham to Wakefield train schedule
The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:52.
The latest weekday train along this route departs at 19:55.
The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:52.
The latest weekend train along this route departs at 19:57.
28 trains run along this route each day.
Trains leave the station every 15 minutes.
Travel time and distance between Durham and Wakefield
The route’s fastest journey takes 1 hour and 23 minutes, covering a total of 122 kilometres.
When are tickets between Durham and Wakefield available for purchase?
Tickets for trains between Durham and Wakefield can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.
Making your Durham to Wakefield travels smooth and enjoyable
Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Wakefield.
FAQs about the train journey from Durham to Wakefield
Want to know more about your journey from Durham to Wakefield? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance between Durham and Wakefield by train is 122 kilometres.
The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at US$53.50. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .
Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 5 months in advance.
The fastest jouney takes 1 hour and 23 minutes.
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