The average train between Gateshead and Wakefield takes 1h 46m and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Gateshead 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 Gateshead and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gateshead is at 7:38 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 9:25 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gateshead station and arriving at Wakefield station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 46m.
Gateshead to Wakefield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.
Gateshead to Wakefield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.
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The distance between Gateshead and Wakefield is 142.4 km. The road distance is 184 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £60–85 and the journey takes 1h 46m.