The average train between Wakefield and Ludlow takes 3h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Wakefield to Ludlow. 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 Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 3:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 10:33 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Ludlow station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.
Wakefield to Ludlow train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Wakefield to Ludlow train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Wakefield to Ludlow train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Wakefield and Ludlow is 167.5 km. The road distance is 208 km.
You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Ludlow via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 36m.