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The cheapest and fastest trains from Crawley to Wakefield
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£164
Average price
£164
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
299 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crawley to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crawley to Wakefield will cost around £164 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £164.
Fast trains
To travel from Crawley to Wakefield you need to make at least one change.

06:133h17
Crawley09:30Wakefield
£1641One-way
1 change

07:133h17
Crawley10:30Wakefield
£1641One-way
1 change

08:133h17
Crawley11:30Wakefield
£1641One-way
1 change

09:133h17
Crawley12:30Wakefield
£1641One-way
1 change

10:133h17
Crawley13:30Wakefield
£1641One-way
1 change

06:133h17
Crawley09:30Wakefield
£1641One-way
1 change

07:133h17
Crawley10:30Wakefield
£1641One-way
1 change

08:133h17
Crawley11:30Wakefield
£1641One-way
1 change

09:133h17
Crawley12:30Wakefield
£1641One-way
1 change

10:133h17
Crawley13:30Wakefield
£1641One-way
1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Crawley to Wakefield
Trains from Crawley to Wakefield run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 299 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 03:45 |
Last train 21:35 |
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
Train companies: Thameslink from Crawley to Wakefield trainsThameslink trains will get you between Crawley and Wakefield from £72. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 41m
Cheapest Price
£61
Thameslink frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Crawley to Wakefield train
FAQs: Travel by train from Crawley to Wakefield easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Crawley to Wakefield.

Booking trains from Crawley to Wakefield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Crawley to Wakefield, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Crawley to Wakefield is 299 km.
The train journey from Crawley to Wakefield covers a distance of 299 km and takes approximately 3h 13m. Trains run 11 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Crawley to Wakefield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £72, while the average price tends to be around £72.
The first train from Crawley to Wakefield leaves at 3:45.
The cheapest way to get from Crawley to Wakefield is by train, costing approximately £72.
The last train from Crawley to Wakefield departs at 21:35.
The train station in Crawley that goes to Wakefield is Gatwick Airport (GTW), and it arrives at Wakefield Westgate (WKF).
Trains from Crawley to Wakefield run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Crawley to Wakefield.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Crawley to Wakefield.
Yes, you can take the train from Crawley to Wakefield.
There is no night train service from Crawley to Wakefield.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Crawley and Wakefield
Crawley
Wakefield
The major train station for departures in Crawley is Crawley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Crawley for your trip from Crawley to Wakefield.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 08:40 - 18:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:55 - 22:15 Sunday 06:40 - 20:45
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2 and 3
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside station, alongside walkway between ticket office and gateline
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Wakefield is Outwood. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Outwood for your journey to Wakefield from Crawley.
Amenities at train station
information
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station,
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Outwood
- Onward travel information: Nearest services contact Bus Line 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Lingwell Gate Lane WF1 2NX, North and South of the junction with Grand Stand Rd.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
Amenities at train station
information
Parking
- Car Park: Carpark is now open as of 29th August 2015
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Wakefield Kirkgate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station entrance.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Parking
- Car Park: Forecourt
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Wakefield Westgate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop (W9) in the short-stay car park.
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