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The Hepworth Wakefield
Contemporary art gallery in a striking riverside building, known for modern exhibitions and Yorkshire sculpture displays.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Wakefield
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Nov
- Cheapest price on 03 Nov
- £202
- Average ticket price on 03 Nov
- £202
- Fastest journey on 03 Nov
- 3 h 11 m
- Average journey duration on 03 Nov
- 3 h 13 m
- Trains on 03 Nov
- 15
- Distance
- 259 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Wakefield will cost around £202 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £202.
Fast trains
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 15 trains from Bristol to Wakefield, including 13 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 13 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.
6:35 3h11 Bristol 9:46 Wakefield £202 1 One-way 0 changes7:33 3h13 Bristol 10:46 Wakefield £202 1 One-way 0 changes8:33 3h13 Bristol 11:46 Wakefield £202 1 One-way 0 changes9:33 3h13 Bristol 12:46 Wakefield £202 1 One-way 0 changes11:33 3h13 Bristol 14:46 Wakefield £202 1 One-way 0 changes
6:35 3h11 Bristol 9:46 Wakefield £202 1 One-way 0 changes7:33 3h13 Bristol 10:46 Wakefield £202 1 One-way 0 changes8:33 3h13 Bristol 11:46 Wakefield £202 1 One-way 0 changes9:33 3h13 Bristol 12:46 Wakefield £202 1 One-way 0 changes10:33 3h13 Bristol 13:46 Wakefield £204 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Wakefield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Wakefield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 20:27. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 3h 13m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 5:18 |
Last train 20:27 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11
Frequently asked questions about your Bristol to Wakefield trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bristol to Wakefield.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Wakefield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £41, while the average price tends to be around £110.
The train journey from Bristol to Wakefield covers a distance of 259 km and takes approximately 3h 13m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Bristol to Wakefield is 259 km.
The first train from Bristol to Wakefield leaves at 5:18.
The last train from Bristol to Wakefield departs at 20:27.
Trains from Bristol to Wakefield run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bristol and Wakefield. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by CrossCountry.
Live departures
Bristol to Wakefield train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Wakefield trains for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:33 Bristol | 3h13 | 12:46 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:33 Bristol | 3h13 | 13:46 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 11:33 Bristol | 3h13 | 14:46 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:33 Bristol | 3h13 | 15:46 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:33 Bristol | 3h13 | 16:46 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:33 Bristol | 3h13 | 17:46 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:33 Bristol | 3h13 | 18:46 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:33 Bristol | 3h13 | 19:46 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:33 Bristol | 3h13 | 20:46 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:33 Bristol | 3h14 | 21:47 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:33 Bristol | 3h50 | 23:23 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:18 Bristol | 9h28 | 7:46 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 3 November | |||||
| 6:35 Bristol | 3h11 | 9:46 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:33 Bristol | 3h13 | 10:46 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:33 Bristol | 3h13 | 11:46 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway from Bristol to Wakefield trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Bristol and Wakefield from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£41
CrossCountry frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
London North Eastern Railway
About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Duration
3h 44m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Price
£77
London North Eastern Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bristol and Wakefield
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Bristol to Wakefield.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Wakefield.
Complete guide to Wakefield
Things to do in Wakefield
Discover the best of Wakefield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wakefield trip today.
- Must visit
National Coal Mining Museum for England
Former colliery transformed into an industrial museum with pithead structures, exhibitions and open grounds to explore.
- Recommended
Nostell
Yorkshire country house museum with historic rooms, landscape gardens and family-friendly activities in nearby Sandal.
- Recommended
Thornes Park
Waterside park with broad lawns, lakes, woodland walks and seasonal colour; ideal for relaxed strolls near the city centre.
- Recommended
Wakefield Waterfront
Restored urban waterfront with paths, public art and modern architecture linking the river, gallery and old mill buildings.
- Recommended
Newmillerdam Country Park
Large country park with woodland trails, lakes and long views, offering quieter walks on the eastern edge of Wakefield.
- Vegetarian
Yorkshire Tea Loaf
A rich Yorkshire fruit loaf spiced with tea and dried fruit, traditionally sliced and spread with Wensleydale cheese in West Yorkshire.
Steak and Ale Pie
Slow-cooked beef in a dark ale gravy under a pastry lid, common across Yorkshire pubs and a hearty regional comfort dish.
Yorkshire Sunday Roast
A roast beef dinner with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and gravy. It is a defining Sunday meal across Yorkshire.
Istanbul Restaurant
Popular Turkish grill and meze restaurant with a lively atmosphere, generous portions and well-known charcoal-cooked dishes.
Qubana
Smart modern British restaurant in Wakefield city centre, known for seasonal cooking and a polished but relaxed setting.
Kashmiri Aroma
Established Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a friendly, traditional dining room.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and everyday costs are fairly manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is welcome.
MCard Mobile
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- £6.00
To the city centre
Wakefield Westgate -> Wakefield Bus Station, Wakefield
- Distance
- 0.9 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Buy multi-operator day tickets in the official MCard Mobile app; Metro says adult daily tickets are available there.
- Single and return fares are sold by individual bus operators and rail companies. Check the operator before travel, as Wakefield does not have one official local single fare listed by Metro.
Plan your visit to Wakefield
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Wakefield.
The train journey from Bristol to Wakefield offers varied scenery, including rolling countryside, picturesque towns, and stretches of urban landscapes, making it a moderately scenic route.
FAQs: Bristol to Wakefield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
Booking trains from Bristol to Wakefield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Wakefield.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Wakefield
Most Bristol to Wakefield trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Wakefield Westgate station pair, with some services arriving at Sandal & Agbrigg. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Wakefield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Wakefield
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
MontpelierMontpelier station, Station Road, Montpelier, Bristol, City of, BS6 5EE
City-centre transport
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus13 · 11m · £2 · every ~4 min
76, 75, 73 · 15m · £4 · every ~53 min
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Wakefield station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Trains from Bristol to Wakefield most often arrive at Wakefield Westgate. Some services arrive at Sandal & Agbrigg, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Wakefield arrival station.
Wakefield WestgateWakefield Westgate station, Mulberry Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2QN+44 345 722 5333
City-centre transport
Getting to Wakefield Westgate from Wakefield city centre
Bus268, 104, 126, 232, 231, 107, 122 · 3m · £3 · every ~47 min
Wakefield Westgate train station facilities and services
Wakefield Westgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wakefield Westgate.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Wakefield Westgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wakefield Westgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wakefield Westgate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wakefield Westgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wakefield Westgate: 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.
Sandal & AgbriggSandl & Agbrigg station, Agbrigg Road, Sandal, West Yorkshire, WF2 6AB+44 800 200 6060
City-centre transport
Getting to Sandal & Agbrigg from Wakefield city centre
Sandal & Agbrigg is 2 km from Wakefield city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLeeds - Sheffield, Leeds - Doncaster · 3m · £1 · every ~4 min
Bus196, 195, 446, 106, 195A · 9m · £4 · every ~21 min
106 · 10m · £4 · every ~11 min
Sandal & Agbrigg train station facilities and services
Sandal & Agbrigg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sandal & Agbrigg.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sandal & Agbrigg: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sandal & Agbrigg: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sandal & Agbrigg: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Disabled passengers who cannot walk very well or are in wheelchairs will find it difficult to access the station due to the steep slope up to the station platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Bristol to Wakefield
Check train stations information for Bristol and Wakefield, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Wakefield is Bristol Temple Meads, and it arrives at Wakefield Westgate.
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