The average train between Redcar and Wakefield takes 2h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Redcar 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 Redcar and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Redcar is at 10:01 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 5:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Redcar to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Redcar station and arriving at Wakefield station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.
Redcar to Wakefield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Redcar Central station.
Redcar to Wakefield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Redcar to Wakefield train tickets online with TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Redcar and Wakefield is 107.6 km. The road distance is 149 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Redcar Central to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 45m.