The average train between Wakefield and Windermere takes 4h 19m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Wakefield to Windermere. 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 Windermere. The earliest departure is at 3:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Windermere at 11:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wakefield to Windermere? 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 Windermere. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Windermere station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.
Wakefield to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Wakefield to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
Book your Wakefield to Windermere train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Wakefield and Windermere is 120.2 km. The road distance is 193 km.
You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District in around 3h 59m.