The average train between Hexham and Wakefield takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Hexham 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 Hexham and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hexham is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 8:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hexham to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Hexham station and arriving at Wakefield station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Hexham to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hexham station.
Hexham to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.
Book your Hexham to Wakefield train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Hexham and Wakefield is 148.5 km. The road distance is 219 km.
You can take a train from Hexham to Wakefield Westgate via Newcastle in around 3h 20m.