The average train between Wakefield and Tyldesley takes 1h 52m and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Wakefield to Tyldesley. 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 Tyldesley. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 9:33 PM which arrives into Tyldesley at 12:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Huddersfield and take an average of 1h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wakefield to Tyldesley? 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 Tyldesley. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Tyldesley station via Huddersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.
Wakefield to Tyldesley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Wakefield to Tyldesley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Atherton station.
Book your Wakefield to Tyldesley train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Wakefield and Tyldesley is 66.7 km. The road distance is 81 km.
You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Atherton via Huddersfield and Manchester Victoria in around 1h 55m.