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Compare train and coach for Wakefield to Shirebrook
The cheapest option from Wakefield to Shirebrook is train, with an average price of £18. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to Shirebrook among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 57 km
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£18 Average Price Cheapest option | £28 Average Price |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Wakefield to Shirebrook trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Wakefield to Shirebrook.
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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 to Shirebrook.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Wakefield to Shirebrook
Typically, there are 25 trains per day from Wakefield to Shirebrook, including direct trains, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Lowest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 6:02 |
Last train 21:13 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Wakefield to Shirebrook trainsNorthern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Wakefield and Shirebrook from £13. 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 Shirebrook train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield to Shirebrook 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 Shirebrook, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wakefield and Shirebrook
Most Wakefield to Shirebrook trains use the Wakefield Kirkgate to Shirebrook station pair. Use this guide to compare Wakefield and Shirebrook train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Wakefield station do trains to Shirebrook leave from?
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.
Which Shirebrook station do trains from Wakefield arrive at?
Getting to Shirebrook from Shirebrook city centre
Shirebrook train station facilities and services
Shirebrook has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shirebrook.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shirebrook: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Shirebrook: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shirebrook: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Ramped access from road bridge 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 taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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