The average train between Rotherham and Wakefield takes 46 min and the fastest train takes 42 min. There is a train service every few hours from Rotherham 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 Rotherham and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 12:14 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 46 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rotherham station and arriving at Wakefield station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 46 min.
Rotherham to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rotherham Central station.
Rotherham to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.
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The distance between Rotherham and Wakefield is 29.7 km. The road distance is 37 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Rotherham Central to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £8–17 and the journey takes 47 min.
