How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Wakefield?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Wakefield start from R 314. The average price for this train route is around R 755. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Wakefield?

The average train journey time from Nottingham to Wakefield is 1h 38m, covering a distance of 85 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 33m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Wakefield route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Northern , CrossCountry .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Wakefield?

The earliest train from Nottingham to Wakefield departs at 07:18. And the latest train departs at 21:15.

Which is the best train operator from Nottingham to Wakefield?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Nottingham to Wakefield?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Nottingham to Wakefield?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Nottingham 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.

Train Nottingham to Wakefield from R 500

Next train departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Wakefield on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:17	Nottingham	1h 37m	16:54	Wakefield Kirkgate	Cheapest
Train	07:18	Nottingham	1h 37m	08:55	Wakefield Kirkgate	Fastest
Train	16:17	Nottingham	1h 37m	17:54	Wakefield Kirkgate	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham to Wakefield

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Wakefield. The journey takes about 1 hour 38 minutes and with fares starting at just R 314, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

1h 38mAverage duration

85 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 313 - R 570	Average duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 314 - R 1 344	Average duration1h 38m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 242 - R 242	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Wakefield by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Wakefield?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Wakefield start from R 314. The average price for this train route is around R 755. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Wakefield?
The average train journey time from Nottingham to Wakefield is 1h 38m, covering a distance of 85 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 33m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Wakefield route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Northern, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Wakefield?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Wakefield departs at 07:18. And the latest train departs at 21:15.
Which is the best train operator from Nottingham to Wakefield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Nottingham to Wakefield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Nottingham to Wakefield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Nottingham 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

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The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Wakefield was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 500

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Nottingham to Wakefield as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 500 to R 1 269 for a train ticket from Nottingham to Wakefield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 731, which is on 2025-12-16.