The average train between Wakefield and Hexham takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Wakefield to Hexham. 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 Hexham. The earliest departure is at 7:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 8:48 PM which arrives into Hexham at 11:35 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Hexham. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Hexham station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Wakefield to Hexham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.
Wakefield to Hexham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Hexham station.
Book your Wakefield to Hexham train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Wakefield and Hexham is 148.5 km. The road distance is 219 km.
You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Hexham via Newcastle in around 2h 50m.