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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dundee to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £64 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £64, while a train costs an average of £92.
Distance: 323 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£92 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m 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 |
Compare the available ways to get from Dundee to Wakefield, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Dundee to Wakefield:
A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dundee to Wakefield costing on average £92.
Other travel options to Wakefield take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 23m.
You'll arrive about 45m sooner (4h 29m by train vs 5h 14m by car). Tickets start at around £92 compared to roughly £69 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.
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.
How to get to Wakefield from Dundee by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Dundee to Wakefield is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Wakefield are Leeds, York, Sheffield, Manchester and Harrogate. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Wakefield on Omio.
Leeds is a major West Yorkshire city known for Victorian arcades, shopping and a lively music scene. Its industrial heritage, regenerated waterfront and large student population give it an energetic but down-to-earth character.
York is known for its Roman and Viking heritage, medieval streets and the imposing York Minster. Its compact centre, old walls and busy mix of shops, pubs and museums make it easy to grasp the city's historic character.
Sheffield is known for its steelmaking heritage, modern music culture and easy access to green space. It feels both urban and outdoorsy, with Victorian buildings, independent venues and the Peak District nearby.
Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.
Harrogate is a Yorkshire spa town known for its gardens, Turkish Baths and classic tea rooms. Elegant streets and easy access to nearby countryside give it a calm, polished character.
Travel to Wakefield easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dundee to Wakefield.
This is compared to other travel options from Dundee to Wakefield:
A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dundee to Wakefield costing on average £92.
Other travel options to Wakefield take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 23m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dundee and Wakefield as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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