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Find the best prices from Wakefield to Derby

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Wakefield to Derby, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

SAR 33.77

Wed14Jan

SAR 89.71

Thu15Jan

SAR 89.71

Fri16Jan

SAR 89.71

Sat17Jan

SAR 89.71

Sun18Jan

SAR 89.71

Mon19Jan

SAR 89.71

Tue20Jan

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Wakefield to Derby train prices and times

Planning a journey from Wakefield to Derby? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 33.77, with average prices for this route around SAR 200.74. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
20:58 1h 21m, 1 change Wakefield Westgate	22:19 Derby	Find Tickets
21:03 1h 40m, 1 change Wakefield Kirkgate	22:43 Derby	Find Tickets
21:23 1h 45m, 1 change Wakefield Kirkgate	23:08 Derby	Find Tickets
22:05 1h 58m, 1 change Wakefield Kirkgate	00:03 +1 Derby	Find Tickets
23:30 5h 53m, 1 change Wakefield Kirkgate	05:23 +1 Derby	Find Tickets
23:43 7h 18m, 2 change Wakefield Westgate	07:01 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Wakefield to Derby train route details

First train

06:23

Last train

23:43

Departure city

Wakefield

Arrival station

Derby

Journey time

1h 1m

Distance

54 miles

Price

SAR 33.77*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Derby

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Wakefield to Derby. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Wakefield to Derby, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Wakefield to Derby ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Wakefield to Derby train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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