The average train between Durham and Wakefield takes 1h 32m and the fastest train takes 1h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Durham 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 Durham and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Durham is at 7:52 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 9:25 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Durham station and arriving at Wakefield station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.
Durham to Wakefield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Durham station.
Durham to Wakefield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.
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The distance between Durham and Wakefield is 121.7 km. The road distance is 162 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Durham to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 32m.