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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£46
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
1 h 37 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
1 h 37 m
Trains on 09 Sept
16
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 16 trains from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.
G0084221:272h01Wakefield Westgate (WKF)23:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£211One-way0 changes- G0117020:271h42Wakefield Westgate (WKF)22:09Birmingham New Street (BHM)£211One-way0 changes
- G0116618:271h40Wakefield Westgate (WKF)20:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£281One-way0 changes
- G0116919:271h40Wakefield Westgate (WKF)21:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£281One-way0 changes
- G0115415:271h39Wakefield Westgate (WKF)17:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£281One-way0 changes
- G0115314:271h37Wakefield Westgate (WKF)16:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£541One-way0 changes
- G0114812:271h37Wakefield Westgate (WKF)14:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£421One-way0 changes
- W2986810:271h37Wakefield Westgate (WKF)12:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£421One-way0 changes
- G011408:271h37Wakefield Westgate (WKF)10:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£841One-way0 changes
- W2988413:271h39Wakefield Westgate (WKF)15:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£421One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 137 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 21m.
The journey is about 14m faster (1h 43m by train vs 1h 57m by car) and roughly £9 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£27 vs £36). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 P23863+G01176 | On time 5:50 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 2h38 | 8:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| W29884 | On time 13:27 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h39 | 15:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01153 | On time 14:27 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h37 | 16:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01154 | On time 15:27 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h39 | 17:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01161 | On time 16:27 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h40 | 18:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29909 | On time 17:27 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h40 | 19:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01166 | On time 18:27 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 1h40 | 20:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 20:27. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 20:27 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country trains will get you between Wakefield Westgate (WKF) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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: Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Wakefield Westgate (WKF) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Wakefield Westgate (WKF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Wakefield Westgate (WKF) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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