Stafford to Wakefield by train
| First train | 05:31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:02 | |
| Departure station | Stafford | |
| Arrival station | Wakefield | |
| Journey time | From 2h 8m | |
| Distance | 66 miles (106 km) | |
| Frequency | 53 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Grand Central Railway |
Travelling from Stafford to Wakefield by train
Looking to travel from Stafford to Wakefield by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 45 minutes to travel from Stafford to Wakefield by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 8 minutes though. You'll usually find 53 trains per day running along the 66 miles (106 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Wakefield, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales to get to Wakefield. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Stafford to Wakefield in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Stafford to Wakefield
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