The average train between Sheffield and Wakefield takes 37 min and the fastest train takes 23 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Sheffield 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 every 20 minutes between Sheffield and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 6:48 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 7:24 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 37 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Wakefield station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.
Sheffield to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.
Book your Sheffield to Wakefield train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Sheffield and Wakefield is 33.5 km. The road distance is 44 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 24 min. Two other operators also service this route.
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