The average train between Wakefield and Coventry takes 2h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Wakefield to Coventry. 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 Wakefield and Coventry. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 9:27 PM which arrives into Coventry at 12:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Coventry. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Coventry station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.
Wakefield to Coventry train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.
Wakefield to Coventry train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Wakefield to Coventry train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Wakefield and Coventry is 142 km. The road distance is 198 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 39m.