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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wakefield to Redditch
Showing times and prices for 27 May
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
156 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wakefield to Redditch is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast trains
To travel from Wakefield to Redditch you need to make at least one change.
6:232h30Wakefield8:53RedditchFind prices1 change- 7:222h31Wakefield9:53RedditchFind prices1 change
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Live departures
Wakefield to Redditch train times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Redditch trains for today, Tuesday 26 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 23:26 Wakefield | 8h57 | 8:23 Redditch | 3 changes | |
| Wednesday 27 May | |||||
| 6:23 Wakefield | 2h30 | 8:53 Redditch | 1 change | |
| 7:22 Wakefield | 2h31 | 9:53 Redditch | 1 change | |
| 8:27 Wakefield | 2h26 | 10:53 Redditch | 1 change | |
| 9:27 Wakefield | 2h26 | 11:53 Redditch | 1 change | |
| 10:27 Wakefield | 2h26 | 12:53 Redditch | 1 change | |
| 11:27 Wakefield | 2h26 | 13:53 Redditch | 1 change | |
| 12:27 Wakefield | 2h26 | 14:53 Redditch | 1 change | |
| 13:27 Wakefield | 2h26 | 15:53 Redditch | 1 change | |
| 14:27 Wakefield | 2h26 | 16:53 Redditch | 1 change | |
| 15:27 Wakefield | 2h26 | 17:53 Redditch | 1 change | |
| 16:27 Wakefield | 2h26 | 18:53 Redditch | 1 change | |
| 17:27 Wakefield | 2h26 | 19:53 Redditch | 1 change | |
| 18:27 Wakefield | 2h26 | 20:53 Redditch | 1 change | |
| 19:27 Wakefield | 2h26 | 21:53 Redditch | 1 change | |
| 20:27 Wakefield | 2h26 | 22:53 Redditch | 1 change | |
| 21:27 Wakefield | 8h58 | 6:25 Redditch | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Wakefield to Redditch
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Take a train from Wakefield to Redditch and enjoy the approximately 156 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 20:01. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 2h 26m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 6:04 |
Last train 20:01 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Train companies: Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited from Wakefield to Redditch trainsCross Country, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Wakefield and Redditch. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 26m
Cross Country frequency
16 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 57m
Northern Trains Limited frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Wakefield to Redditch train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield to Redditch 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 Redditch, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train journey from Wakefield to Redditch covers a distance of 156 km and takes approximately 2h 26m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Wakefield to Redditch is 156 km.
The first train from Wakefield to Redditch leaves at 6:04.
The last train from Wakefield to Redditch departs at 20:01.
Trains from Wakefield to Redditch run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Wakefield to Redditch.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Wakefield to Redditch.
To travel from Wakefield to Redditch, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Wakefield to Redditch.
The train station in Wakefield that goes to Redditch is Wakefield Westgate (WKF), and it arrives at Redditch station (RDC).
Booking trains from Wakefield to Redditch in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Wakefield to Redditch offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the picturesque landscapes of the Midlands, including views of rolling countryside and quaint towns, making it a reasonably scenic route.
A day trip from Wakefield to Redditch is not feasible due to the journey taking 2h 26m. There are 3 trains available per day.
For Redditch, a day or two would be sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Forge Mill Needle Museum, Arrow Valley Country Park, and the Kingfisher Shopping Centre.
Yes, you can take the train from Wakefield to Redditch.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wakefield and Redditch
Wakefield
Redditch
The major train station for departures in Wakefield is Wakefield Westgate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wakefield Westgate for your trip from Wakefield to Redditch.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Parking
- Car Park: Forecourt
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and in the Waiting Room on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 2. There is a 1st Class waiting room on platform 1. Open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:00. Saturday 05:00 - 20:30. Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Wakefield Westgate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop (W9) in the short-stay car park.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Carpark is now open as of 29th August 2015
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Wakefield Kirkgate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station entrance.
The major train station for arrivals in Redditch is Redditch. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Redditch for your journey to Redditch from Wakefield.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:15 - 19:00 Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the car park, outside the Booking Hall.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Redditch
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station car park.
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