The average train between Watford and Wakefield takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. There is an hourly train service from Watford 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 Watford and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 4:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Watford is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 12:55 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Watford to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from King's Cross station and arriving at Wakefield Westgate station via Wakefield Westgate station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
Watford to Wakefield train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.
Watford to Wakefield train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.
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The distance between Watford and Wakefield is 237.4 km. The road distance is 271 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Wakefield Westgate hourly. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 1h 54m.