Wakefield Westgate to Croydon by train
| First train | 07:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:44 | |
| Departure station | Wakefield Westgate | |
| Arrival station | Croydon | |
| Journey time | From 2h 46m | |
| Distance | 170 miles (274 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London Overground, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southern |
Travelling from Wakefield Westgate to Croydon by train
Looking to travel from Wakefield Westgate to Croydon by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 9 minutes to travel from Wakefield Westgate to Croydon by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 46 minutes though. You'll usually find 20 trains per day running along the 170 miles (274 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Croydon, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to get to Croydon. 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 Wakefield Westgate to Croydon 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 Wakefield Westgate to Croydon
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Consider a Season Ticket
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