The average train between Wakefield and York takes 40 min and the fastest train takes 33 min. There is an hourly train service from Wakefield to York. 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 York. The earliest departure is at 7:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 10:02 PM which arrives into York at 10:35 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 40 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 York station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 40 min.
Wakefield to York train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Wakefield to York train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at York station.
Book your Wakefield to York train tickets online with Cross Country and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Wakefield and York is 40.9 km. The road distance is 44 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to York hourly. Tickets cost £9–17 and the journey takes 39 min. Cross Country also services this route hourly.