The average train between Wakefield and Kirkstall takes 39 min and the fastest train takes 25 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Wakefield to Kirkstall. 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 30 minutes between Wakefield and Kirkstall. The earliest departure is at 12:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 11:09 PM which arrives into Kirkstall at 11:38 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 39 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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31 min • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Wakefield to Kirkstall? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Kirkstall. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Kirkstall station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39 min.
Wakefield to Kirkstall train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.
Wakefield to Kirkstall train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Headingley station.
Book your Wakefield to Kirkstall train tickets online with Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Wakefield and Kirkstall is 16.3 km. The road distance is 20 km.
You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Headingley via Leeds in around 41 min.