Lille to Wakefield by train

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Overview: trains from Lille to Wakefield

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lille 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 07:35 View journey
Last train 21:00 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 48m View journey
Distance (km) 461
Trains / day 18 View all
Cheapest journey €131.17 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 49m
Train operators 6

Explore Lille to Wakefield by train

Thinking about travelling from Lille to Wakefield by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Cost of train tickets between Lille and Wakefield

The cheapest train tickets from Lille to Wakefield start at €131.36. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Lille to Wakefield is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Train schedule for travel between Lille and Wakefield

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 18 trains make this journey of 461 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Lille is at 07:35 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:00.

During the weekend, 08:35 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 21:00 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 30 minutes.

Lille to Wakefield distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 461 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 3 hours and 48 minutes.

When do tickets between Lille and Wakefield go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Lille and Wakefield 5 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making the most of your trip to Wakefield

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Wakefield.

FAQs about the train journey from Lille to Wakefield

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

The distance between Lille and Wakefield is 461 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.