The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Wakefield
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Wakefield will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 5 trains that leave Nottingham 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 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.
G897308:181h36Nottingham station (NOT)9:54Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)£251One-way0 changes
C04448+
G894578:451h36Nottingham station (NOT)10:21Wakefield Westgate (WKF)£371One-way1 change
G89736+
G010599:171h29Nottingham station (NOT)10:46Wakefield Westgate (WKF)£371One-way1 change
G89730+
G010578:181h28Nottingham station (NOT)9:46Wakefield Westgate (WKF)£371One-way1 change
C04343+
G080838:371h27Nottingham station (NOT)10:04Wakefield Westgate (WKF)£791One-way1 change
C04343+
G080838:371h27Nottingham station (NOT)10:04Wakefield Westgate (WKF)£791One-way1 change
G89730+
G010578:181h28Nottingham station (NOT)9:46Wakefield Westgate (WKF)£371One-way1 change
G89736+
G010599:171h29Nottingham station (NOT)10:46Wakefield Westgate (WKF)£371One-way1 change
G897308:181h36Nottingham station (NOT)9:54Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)£251One-way0 changes
C04448+
G894578:451h36Nottingham station (NOT)10:21Wakefield Westgate (WKF)£371One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Wakefield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 84 km
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1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nottingham to Wakefield train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Wakefield trains for tomorrow, Saturday 25 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G89730 | 8:18 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h36 | 9:54 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89730+ G01057 | 8:18 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h28 | 9:46 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
G08083+ C04343 | 8:37 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h27 | 10:04 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
C04448+ G89457 | 8:45 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h36 | 10:21 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change | |
G89736+ G01059 | 9:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h29 | 10:46 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Wakefield
Trains from Nottingham to Wakefield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited from Nottingham to Wakefield trainsNorthern Rail, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Nottingham and Wakefield from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Nottingham to Wakefield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham and Wakefield
Most Nottingham to Wakefield trains use the Nottingham to Wakefield Westgate station pair, with some services arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Wakefield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Wakefield leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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.
Which Wakefield station do trains from Nottingham 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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