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Chester to Wakefield trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Wakefield takes 2h 21m and the fastest train takes 1h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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.

2h 21m
Duration
79 mi
Distance
£34
Average price
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Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Llandudno - Manchester Airport / ...
  2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain train Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2h 44m
£28–52

Chester to Wakefield train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 9:56 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 12:52 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 78.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Wakefield, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 44m.

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