The average train between Stafford and Wakefield takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Stafford 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 Stafford and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 6:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stafford is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 7:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Stafford to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Stafford station and arriving at Wakefield station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.
Stafford to Wakefield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Stafford station.
Stafford to Wakefield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Book your Stafford to Wakefield train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and Cross Country.
The distance between Stafford and Wakefield is 106 km. The road distance is 149 km.
You can take a train from Stafford to Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 39m.