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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Bradford Forster Square | Wakefield Westgate | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Bradford Forster Square | Wakefield Westgate | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Bradford Forster Square | Wakefield Westgate | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Bradford Interchange | Wakefield Westgate | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Bradford Interchange | Wakefield Kirkgate | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bradford to Wakefield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Wakefield. The journey takes about 46 minutes and with fares starting at just £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bradford to Wakefield by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Bradford to Wakefield?
The cheapest train tickets from Bradford to Wakefield start from £3. The average price for this train route is around £8. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bradford to Wakefield?
The average train journey time from Bradford to Wakefield is 46m, covering a distance of 13 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 43m and is operated by Grand Central.
Which train operators serve the Bradford to Wakefield route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from Northern, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bradford to Wakefield?
The earliest train from Bradford to Wakefield departs at 07:37. And the latest train departs at 18:54.
Which is the best train operator from Bradford to Wakefield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Grand Central, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bradford to Wakefield?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Bradford to Wakefield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Grand Central, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bradford to Wakefield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bradford to Wakefield was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of £2To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bradford to Wakefield as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £2 to £11 for a train ticket from Bradford to Wakefield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £2, which is on 2026-01-19.
What's the cheapest way to go from Bradford to Wakefield?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Bradford and Wakefield is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £8 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £3. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Wakefield, choose the train, as it will take you from Bradford to Wakefield in about 46m – that's the fastest way to get there!
