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Durham to Wakefield trains

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The average train between Durham and Wakefield takes 1h 30m and the fastest train takes 1h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Durham 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.

1h 30m
Duration
101 mi
Distance
£50
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Durham to Wakefield train times

Trains run hourly between Durham and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Durham is at 7:52 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 9:25 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    train train 1h 33m • Direct
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    train train 1h 32m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    train train 1h 33m • Direct
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    train train 1h 32m • Direct
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    train train 1h 32m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 1h 33m • Direct
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    train train 1h 32m • Direct
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    train train 1h 32m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 1h 33m • Direct
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    train train 1h 32m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 23m • Direct
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    train train 1h 27m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 21m • Direct
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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 24m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 1h 33m • Direct
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    train train 1h 32m • Direct
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    train train 1h 32m • Direct
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    train train 1h 32m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Durham 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 Durham to Wakefield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 100.8 mi
  • Duration: 1h 30m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Durham to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 32m.

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