The average train between Redcar and Wakefield takes 2h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. 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 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Redcar is at 7:13 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 9:25 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 21m. 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 Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.
Redcar to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Redcar Central station.
Redcar to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.
Book your Redcar to Wakefield train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Redcar and Wakefield is 107.6 km. The road distance is 163 km.
You can take a train from Redcar Central to Wakefield Westgate via Darlington in around 2h 47m.