The average train between Ludlow and Wakefield takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Ludlow 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 Ludlow and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ludlow is at 9:43 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 12:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ludlow to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Ludlow station and arriving at Wakefield station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Ludlow to Wakefield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ludlow station.
Ludlow to Wakefield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Book your Ludlow to Wakefield train tickets online with Transport for Wales and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Ludlow and Wakefield is 167.5 km. The road distance is 208 km.
You can take a train from Ludlow to Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 30m.