The average train between Epping and Wakefield takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. There is an hourly train service from Epping 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 Epping and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Epping is at 11:46 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 7:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Street station and take an average of 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Epping 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 Epping to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Epping station and arriving at Wakefield station via Liverpool Street station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Epping to Wakefield train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Epping station.
Epping to Wakefield train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.
The distance between Epping and Wakefield is 245.9 km. The road distance is 312 km.
You can take a subway from Epping station to Wakefield Kirkgate via Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Sheffield in around 4h 24m.