- Must visit
1853 Gallery
Large contemporary art gallery in Salts Mill with changing exhibitions and works by David Hockney in a striking mill setting.
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
28 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
30 m
Trains on 07 Sept
50
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wakefield to Shipley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to Shipley will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 50 trains from Wakefield to Shipley, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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.





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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to Shipley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 24 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wakefield to Shipley:
A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wakefield to Shipley costing on average £35.
Other travel options to Shipley take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 53m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (29m by train vs 43m by car). Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £5 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Shipley trains for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:28 Wakefield | 0h40 | 7:08 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:55 Wakefield | 0h40 | 7:35 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:19 Wakefield | 0h37 | 7:56 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:21 Wakefield | 0h44 | 8:05 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:48 Wakefield | 0h39 | 8:27 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:55 Wakefield | 0h36 | 8:31 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:03 Wakefield | 0h34 | 8:37 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:21 Wakefield | 0h36 | 8:57 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:37 Wakefield | 0h28 | 9:05 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:47 Wakefield | 0h40 | 9:27 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:56 Wakefield | 0h35 | 9:31 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:06 Wakefield | 0h31 | 9:37 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:23 Wakefield | 0h34 | 9:57 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:35 Wakefield | 0h32 | 10:07 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:35 Wakefield | 0h36 | 10:11 Shipley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:48 Wakefield | 0h39 | 10:27 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:55 Wakefield | 0h37 | 10:32 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:06 Wakefield | 0h31 | 10:37 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:17 Wakefield | 0h40 | 10:57 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:27 Wakefield | 0h34 | 11:01 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:36 Wakefield | 0h31 | 11:07 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:47 Wakefield | 0h40 | 11:27 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:06 Wakefield | 0h31 | 11:37 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:23 Wakefield | 0h34 | 11:57 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:35 Wakefield | 0h32 | 12:07 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:35 Wakefield | 0h36 | 12:11 Shipley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:47 Wakefield | 0h40 | 12:27 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:55 Wakefield | 0h36 | 12:31 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:06 Wakefield | 0h31 | 12:37 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:23 Wakefield | 0h34 | 12:57 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:35 Wakefield | 0h32 | 13:07 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:47 Wakefield | 0h40 | 13:27 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:55 Wakefield | 0h37 | 13:32 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:06 Wakefield | 0h31 | 13:37 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:17 Wakefield | 0h40 | 13:57 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:36 Wakefield | 0h31 | 14:07 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:36 Wakefield | 0h35 | 14:11 Shipley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:47 Wakefield | 0h40 | 14:27 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:55 Wakefield | 0h37 | 14:32 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:06 Wakefield | 0h32 | 14:38 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:17 Wakefield | 0h40 | 14:57 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:35 Wakefield | 0h32 | 15:07 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:47 Wakefield | 0h40 | 15:27 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:55 Wakefield | 0h37 | 15:32 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:06 Wakefield | 0h31 | 15:37 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:23 Wakefield | 0h34 | 15:57 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:35 Wakefield | 0h32 | 16:07 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:35 Wakefield | 0h36 | 16:11 Shipley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:47 Wakefield | 0h40 | 16:27 Shipley | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:06 Wakefield | 0h31 | 16:37 Shipley | 1 change | |
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Trains from Wakefield to Shipley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 28m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 6:13 |
Last train 22:56 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Shipley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Shipley trip today.
Large contemporary art gallery in Salts Mill with changing exhibitions and works by David Hockney in a striking mill setting.
Public gallery in Cartwright Hall showing Bradford’s art collections and temporary exhibitions in Lister Park.
Industrial museum in a former worsted mill, with textile machinery, vehicles and engineering displays linked to Bradford’s heritage.
Canal-side village quarter with stone streets, independent shops, heritage buildings and easy access to Salts Mill and Roberts Park.
Riverside park with open lawns, play areas and views of Salts Mill, ideal for a relaxed walk beside the Aire.
Wooded valley and moorland route south of Shipley, popular for walking, cycling and broad views over Airedale.
A hearty West Yorkshire stew of mutton or beef with root vegetables. It is a long-standing local cold-weather staple across Bradford district.
A festive fruit loaf from Yorkshire, rich with dried fruit and spices. Traditionally eaten sliced with cheese or butter.
A flat oatcake biscuit from Yorkshire, baked until crisp. It is a regional teatime favourite often served with Wensleydale cheese.
Smart neighbourhood restaurant in Saltaire focused on modern British cooking, seasonal plates and a more refined atmosphere.
Popular independent café at Salts Mill serving Italian-influenced dishes, cakes and coffee in a busy arts and heritage setting.
Long-established venue in Saltaire for fish and chips, with a classic takeaway and restaurant feel close to the mill.
Moderate for the UK. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels and rail fares are usually cheaper than in larger cities such as Leeds or Manchester.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield to Shipley 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 Shipley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Wakefield to Shipley trains use the Wakefield Westgate to Shipley station pair. Use this guide to compare Wakefield and Shipley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Wakefield Westgate.
ATMs are available at Wakefield Westgate.
Ticket office support is available at Wakefield Westgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wakefield Westgate: Parking, WC.
Available at Wakefield Westgate: Bike Parking.
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.
Outwood is 3 km from Wakefield city centre. Public transport options include:
Outwood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Outwood: Parking.
Available at Outwood: Bike Parking.
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.
Wakefield Kirkgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Wakefield Kirkgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Bike Parking.
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.
Shipley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Shipley.
Ticket office support is available at Shipley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Shipley: Parking, WC.
Available at Shipley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Shipley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: LIFTS ARE CURRENTLY OUT OF SERVICE SO NO STEP FREE ACCESS UNTIL FUTHER NOTICE.Category B station, There are Lifts available between all platforms, which are available during ticket office staffing hours. Outside of staffing hours, alternative level access routes are available, but a little extra time may be needed to transfer between platforms, 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, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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