The average train between Birkenhead and Wakefield takes 1h 44m and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Birkenhead to Wakefield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birkenhead and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birkenhead is at 10:53 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 10:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 36m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Birkenhead to Wakefield? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Birkenhead to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street station and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate station via Huddersfield station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.
Birkenhead to Wakefield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Birkenhead to Wakefield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.
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The distance between Birkenhead and Wakefield is 105.3 km. The road distance is 119 km.
You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Wakefield Kirkgate via Huddersfield in around 2h 5m.