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Outbound fromDerby to Wakefield Westgate by train
It takes an average of 1h 13m to travel from Derby to Wakefield Westgate by train, over a distance of around 53 miles (85 km). There are normally 40 trains per day travelling from Derby to Wakefield Westgate and tickets for this journey start from £6.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:45 | |
| Departure station | Derby | |
| Arrival station | Wakefield Westgate | |
| Journey time | From 1h 0m | |
| Distance | 53 miles (85 km) | |
| Frequency | 40 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £6.50 | |
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Taking the train from Derby to Wakefield Westgate in 1 hour
Thinking about taking the train from Derby to Wakefield Westgate? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 13 minutes to travel the 53 miles (85 km) from Derby to Wakefield Westgate by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 40 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with CrossCountry for all or at least part of your journey to Wakefield Westgate.
Book train tickets from Derby to Wakefield Westgate in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £6.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Wakefield Westgate by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Derby to Wakefield Westgate
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Derby to Wakefield Westgate is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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