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Wakefield to London train prices and times
Looking to travel from Wakefield to London? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £11.00, with average prices for this route around £23.60.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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00:11 Wakefield Westgate | 07:00 London Kings Cross | 6h 49m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:18 Wakefield Westgate | 07:30 London Kings Cross | 2h 12m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:43 Wakefield Westgate | 07:49 London Kings Cross | 2h 6m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:18 Wakefield Westgate | 08:30 London Kings Cross | 2h 12m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:53 Wakefield Westgate | 08:49 London Kings Cross | 1h 56m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:13 Wakefield Westgate | 08:59 Paris | 1h 46m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Wakefield to London train route details

First train
00:11

Last train
23:44

Journey time
1h 46m

Distance
162 miles

Price
£11.00*
How to book cheap train tickets from Wakefield to London

Season Tickets for frequent travels
For frequent travellers between Wakefield and London, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for Southeast England
By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Wakefield to London during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Wakefield to London for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Wakefield to London, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Wakefield to London ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Wakefield to London more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Wakefield to London train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.