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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Wakefield
Cheapest price
£108
Average price
£114
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
6 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
330 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Wakefield will cost around £114 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bournemouth for Wakefield every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 330 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Wakefield
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £69.
Distance: 330 km
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5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 9m Average total duration 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Wakefield train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Wakefield trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:18 Bournemouth | 5h12 | 12:30 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 December | |||||
| 04:15 Bournemouth | 5h31 | 09:46 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:55 Bournemouth | 7h19 | 12:14 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Wakefield
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Trains from Bournemouth to Wakefield run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 330 km distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 330 km |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 21:35 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Wakefield trainsSouth Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Wakefield from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Wakefield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Wakefield by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wakefield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Wakefield
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Carpark is now open as of 29th August 2015
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for mobility impaired or elderly customers as the access to the platforms is via ramped subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station entrance.
ParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Forecourt
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: A small number are accessible, therefore advance notification (via station) ensures they are available when required
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and in the Waiting Room on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 2. There is a 1st Class waiting room on platform 1. Open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:00. Saturday 05:00 - 20:30. Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop (W9) in the short-stay car park.
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