The average train between Blackpool and Wakefield takes 2h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Wakefield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 5:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Wakefield station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.
Blackpool to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.
Blackpool to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Blackpool to Wakefield train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Blackpool and Wakefield is 103.1 km. The road distance is 142 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackpool North to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 2h 7m.