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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Wakefield
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Wakefield will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 2 trains that leave Derby 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 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
8:451h02Derby9:47Wakefield£111One-way0 changes- 6:451h02Derby7:47Wakefield£171One-way0 changes
- 8:451h02Derby9:47Wakefield£111One-way0 changes
- 6:451h02Derby7:47Wakefield£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Derby to Wakefield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 85 km
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Live departures
Derby to Wakefield train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Wakefield trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:45 Derby | 1h02 | 7:47 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:45 Derby | 1h02 | 9:47 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Wakefield
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Trains from Derby to Wakefield run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 85 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 85 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 5:18 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby to Wakefield trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Wakefield from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby to Wakefield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Wakefield
Most Derby to Wakefield trains use the Derby to Wakefield Westgate station pair, with some services arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate. Use this guide to compare Derby and Wakefield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Wakefield leave from?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Getting to Peartree from Derby city centre
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree train station facilities and services
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Wakefield station do trains from Derby arrive at?
Getting to Wakefield Westgate from Wakefield city centre
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.
Getting to Wakefield Kirkgate from Wakefield city centre
Wakefield Kirkgate train station facilities and services
Wakefield Kirkgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wakefield Kirkgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wakefield Kirkgate: 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.
Getting to Outwood from Wakefield city centre
Outwood is 3 km from Wakefield city centre. Public transport options include:
Outwood train station facilities and services
Outwood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Outwood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Outwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Outwood: 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.
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