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Chesterfield to Wakefield trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chesterfield and Wakefield takes 50 min and the fastest train takes 40 min. There is an hourly train service from Chesterfield 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.

50 min
Duration
40 mi
Distance
£20
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Chesterfield to Wakefield train times

Trains run hourly between Chesterfield and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chesterfield is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 11:28 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 50 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    train train 1h • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 57 min • Direct
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    train train 43 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    train train 54 min • Direct
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    train train 1h • Direct
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    train train 43 min • Direct
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    train train 57 min • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    train train 54 min • Direct
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    train train 1h • Direct
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    train train 43 min • Direct
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    train train 57 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 54 min • Direct
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    train train 1h • Direct
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    train train 43 min • Direct
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    train train 57 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 54 min • Direct
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    train train 1h • Direct
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    train train 43 min • Direct
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    train train 57 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 54 min • Direct
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    train train 1h 5m • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 1h • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 40 min • Direct
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    train train 1h 3m • Direct
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    train train 40 min • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chesterfield 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.

Map of how to get from Chesterfield to Wakefield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 39.5 mi
  • Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Chesterfield, England and Wakefield, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Chesterfield to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £17–26 and the journey takes 43 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route hourly.

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