The average train between Wakefield and Ulverston takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Wakefield to Ulverston. 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 every 2 hours between Wakefield and Ulverston. The earliest departure is at 3:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 10:33 PM which arrives into Ulverston at 7:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Ulverston. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Ulverston station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.
Wakefield to Ulverston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Wakefield to Ulverston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Ulverston station.
Book your Wakefield to Ulverston train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Wakefield and Ulverston is 119.2 km. The road distance is 187 km.
You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Ulverston via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 45m.