The cheapest and fastest trains from Wakefield to Saltaire
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wakefield to Saltaire is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to Saltaire will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
To travel from Wakefield to Saltaire you need to make at least one change.
G91353 · G9198011:550h45Wakefield Westgate (WKF)12:40Saltaire station (SAE)£61One-way1 change
G91062 · Y2550312:570h43Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)13:40Saltaire station (SAE)£71One-way1 change
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Y2534111:350h46Wakefield Westgate (WKF)12:21Saltaire station (SAE)£71One-way1 change
Y25865 · Y2550212:250h45Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)13:10Saltaire station (SAE)£71One-way1 change
Y25864 · Y2550111:270h43Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)12:10Saltaire station (SAE)£71One-way1 change
G91062 · Y2550312:570h43Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)13:40Saltaire station (SAE)£71One-way1 change
Y25864 · Y2550111:270h43Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)12:10Saltaire station (SAE)£71One-way1 change
G91353 · G9198011:550h45Wakefield Westgate (WKF)12:40Saltaire station (SAE)£61One-way1 change
Y25865 · Y2550212:250h45Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)13:10Saltaire station (SAE)£71One-way1 change
G90847 · Y2550413:250h45Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK)14:10Saltaire station (SAE)£71One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Wakefield to Saltaire
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to Saltaire among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 26 km
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1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wakefield to Saltaire train times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Saltaire trains for tomorrow, Saturday 2 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Y25864 · Y25501 | 11:27 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0h43 | 12:10 Saltaire station (SAE) | 1 change | |
C40796+ Y25341 | 11:35 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0h46 | 12:21 Saltaire station (SAE) | 1 change | |
G91353 · G91980 | 11:55 Wakefield Westgate (WKF) | 0h45 | 12:40 Saltaire station (SAE) | 1 change | |
Y25865 · Y25502 | 12:25 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0h45 | 13:10 Saltaire station (SAE) | 1 change | |
G91062 · Y25503 | 12:57 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0h43 | 13:40 Saltaire station (SAE) | 1 change | |
G90847 · Y25504 | 13:25 Wakefield Kirkgate (WKK) | 0h45 | 14:10 Saltaire station (SAE) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wakefield to Saltaire
Trains from Wakefield to Saltaire run on average 4 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 29m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 6:10 |
Last train 22:52 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Wakefield to Saltaire trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Wakefield and Saltaire from £5. 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 to Saltaire train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield to Saltaire 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 Saltaire, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wakefield and Saltaire
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Forecourt
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop (W9) in the short-stay car park.
- Car Park: Carpark is now open as of 29th August 2015
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station entrance.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Nearest services contact Bus Line 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Lingwell Gate Lane WF1 2NX, North and South of the junction with Grand Stand Rd.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: On-street Parking
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Ramped access to both platform 1 and 2 via road bridge, though road is cobbled. High camber between platform and train
- 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 ticket machines note: Accepts cards only (due to vandalism)
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stop (25851) on Caroline Street a short walk from the station.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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