The average train between Wakefield and Leeds takes 14 min and the fastest train takes 12 min. The train runs at least 5 times per hour from Wakefield to Leeds. 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 15 minutes between Wakefield and Leeds. The earliest departure is at 8:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 3:55 PM which arrives into Leeds at 4:09 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 14 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Leeds station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.
Wakefield to Leeds train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.
Wakefield to Leeds train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Wakefield to Leeds train tickets online with Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Wakefield and Leeds is 13 km. The road distance is 16 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Leeds every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 14 min. Two other operators also service this route.
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