4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Wakefield
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Wakefield will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 5 trains that leave Newcastle for Wakefield every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 144 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.
14:021h49Newcastle15:51Wakefield£111One-way0 changes
6:272h05Newcastle8:32Wakefield£141One-way0 changes- 9:022h30Newcastle11:32Wakefield£271One-way0 changes
- 8:241h57Newcastle10:21Wakefield£391One-way0 changes
- 8:021h49Newcastle9:51Wakefield£421One-way0 changes
- 8:021h49Newcastle9:51Wakefield£421One-way0 changes
- 14:021h49Newcastle15:51Wakefield£111One-way0 changes
- 8:241h57Newcastle10:21Wakefield£391One-way0 changes
- 6:272h05Newcastle8:32Wakefield£141One-way0 changes
- 9:022h30Newcastle11:32Wakefield£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Newcastle to Wakefield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 144 km
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£28 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Newcastle to Wakefield train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Wakefield trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W29862 | On time 7:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h46 | 9:26 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29862+C24691 | On time 7:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h52 | 9:32 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 change | |
| G16013+G07971 | On time 8:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h49 | 9:51 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
G08175+ G88965+C02172 | On time 8:24 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h57 | 10:21 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 2 changes | |
| W29868 | On time 8:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h46 | 10:26 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29868+C24696 | On time 8:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h52 | 10:32 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 change | |
| C24952+G07977 | On time 9:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h49 | 10:51 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| G08180+G88969+C02147 | On time 9:24 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h57 | 11:21 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 2 changes | |
| W29873 | On time 9:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h46 | 11:26 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29873+C24701 | On time 9:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h52 | 11:32 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 change | |
| C24954 · C24708 | On time 10:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h30 | 12:32 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 change | |
| C24954+G07981 | On time 10:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h49 | 11:51 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| G08186+G88974+C02140 | On time 10:24 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h57 | 12:21 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 2 changes | |
| G15907+G07989 | On time 11:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h49 | 12:51 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| G15907 · G15818 | On time 11:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h30 | 13:32 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 change | |
| G80049+G88978+C02142 | On time 11:24 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h57 | 13:21 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 2 changes | |
| W29884+G15818 | On time 11:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h52 | 13:32 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 change | |
| W29884 | On time 11:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h46 | 13:26 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15922+G07995 | On time 12:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h49 | 13:51 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| C24965 · C24732 | On time 14:01 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h31 | 16:32 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 change | |
| C24965+G08006 | On time 14:01 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h50 | 15:51 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| G80067+G88995+C02108 | On time 14:24 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h57 | 16:21 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 2 changes | |
| G01161 | On time 14:41 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h45 | 16:26 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01161+C24732 | On time 14:41 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h51 | 16:32 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 change | |
| C24969 · G15853 | On time 15:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h30 | 17:32 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 change | |
| C24969+G08012 | On time 15:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h49 | 16:51 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
| W29909+G15853 | On time 15:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h52 | 17:32 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 1 change | |
| W29909 | On time 15:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h46 | 17:26 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24972+G08019 | On time 16:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h49 | 17:51 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Wakefield
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Trains from Newcastle to Wakefield run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 144 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 144 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:04 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express from Newcastle to Wakefield trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Newcastle and Wakefield from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newcastle to Wakefield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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 Newcastle and Wakefield
Most Newcastle to Wakefield trains use the Newcastle to Wakefield Westgate station pair, with some services arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Wakefield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Newcastle from Newcastle city centre
Newcastle train station facilities and services
Newcastle 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20, Sun: 07:30 - 21:20. Information desks are information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
Which Wakefield station do trains from Newcastle 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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