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London Waterloo to Wakefield Train prices and times

Looking to travel from London Waterloo to Wakefield? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €22.91, with average prices for this route around €31.57.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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21:21
8h 51m, Changes required
London Waterloo
06:12
+1
Wakefield Westgate
East Midlands RailwayNorthern
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21:52
8h 36m, Changes required
London Waterloo
06:28
+1
Wakefield Westgate
LNERNorthern
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23:49
8h 17m, Changes required
London Waterloo
08:06
+1
Paris
ThameslinkLNER
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London Waterloo to Wakefield Train Route Details

First train
First train
07:55
Last train
Last train
23:49
Departure station
Departure station
London Waterloo
Arrival station
Arrival station
Wakefield
Journey time
Journey time
2h 35m
Distance
Distance
260 km
Price
Price
€22.91*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, Thameslink, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Wakefield

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between London Waterloo and Wakefield, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Waterloo to Wakefield can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Waterloo to Wakefield for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Waterloo to Wakefield, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo to Wakefield ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London Waterloo to Wakefield train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.