The average train between Nelson and Wakefield takes 2h 2m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Nelson 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 Nelson and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nelson is at 10:57 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 10:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Burnley Central and take an average of 2h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Nelson 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 Nelson to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Nelson station and arriving at Wakefield station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.
Nelson to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.
Nelson to Wakefield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Nelson to Wakefield train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Nelson and Wakefield is 49.1 km. The road distance is 83 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £15–28 and the journey takes 1h 4m.