The cheapest and fastest trains from Dundee to Wakefield
Cheapest price
£164
Average price
£212
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
6 h 24 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
323 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dundee to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dundee to Wakefield will cost around £212 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £164.
Of the 5 trains that leave Dundee for Wakefield every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 323 km distance in an average of 6 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 46 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.
11:095h16Dundee16:25Wakefield£1641One-way1 change
16:105h15Dundee21:25Wakefield£1641One-way1 change
19:3411h46Dundee7:20Wakefield£1641One-way1 change
9:334h53Dundee14:26Wakefield£2601One-way0 changes
9:334h48Dundee14:21Wakefield£3051One-way1 change
9:334h48Dundee14:21Wakefield£3051One-way1 change
9:334h53Dundee14:26Wakefield£2601One-way0 changes
16:105h15Dundee21:25Wakefield£1641One-way1 change
11:095h16Dundee16:25Wakefield£1641One-way1 change
19:3411h46Dundee7:20Wakefield£1641One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dundee to Wakefield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dundee to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 323 km
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£52 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 55m Average total duration 11h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dundee to Wakefield train times
The table below shows live departures for Dundee to Wakefield trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:33 Dundee | 4h48 | 14:21 Wakefield | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:33 Dundee | 4h53 | 14:26 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:09 Dundee | 5h16 | 16:25 Wakefield | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:10 Dundee | 5h15 | 21:25 Wakefield | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:34 Dundee | 11h46 | 7:20 Wakefield | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dundee to Wakefield
Trains from Dundee to Wakefield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 323 km distance in 4h 42m.
Distance 323 km |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 19:47 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country from Dundee to Wakefield trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country trains will get you between Dundee and Wakefield from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
FAQs: Dundee to Wakefield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee 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 Dundee and Wakefield
Most Dundee to Wakefield trains use the Dundee to Wakefield Westgate station pair, with some services arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate. Use this guide to compare Dundee and Wakefield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dundee station do trains to Wakefield leave from?
Getting to Dundee from Dundee city centre
Dundee train station facilities and services
Dundee has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dundee.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dundee.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dundee. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dundee: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dundee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dundee: 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. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, 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: No.
Which Wakefield station do trains from Dundee 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.
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