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Leicester to Wakefield trains

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The average train between Leicester and Wakefield takes 1h 57m and the fastest train takes 1h 34m. There is an hourly train service from Leicester 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 57m
Duration
93 mi
Distance
£50
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Leicester to Wakefield train times

Trains run hourly between Leicester and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:41 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 7:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country1h 37m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited1h 42m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country1h 36m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited1h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country1h 58m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited1h 43m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country1h 40m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited1h 38m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Wakefield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 92.7 mi
  • Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Wakefield Westgate via Sheffield in around 1h 51m.

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