The average train between Dover and Wakefield takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover 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 Dover and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 7:35 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 19m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Dover to Wakefield? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dover to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory station and arriving at Wakefield Westgate station via London St Pancras Intl station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Dover to Wakefield train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Wakefield train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.
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The distance between Dover and Wakefield is 342.3 km. The road distance is 406 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Wakefield Westgate via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 3h 24m.