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London Paddington to Wakefield Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Paddington to Wakefield, starting from £19.30 and averaging £26.60. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 27m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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16:30
London Paddington
19:03
Wakefield Westgate
2h 33m, DirectLNER
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17:00
London Paddington
19:34
Wakefield Westgate
2h 34m, DirectLNER
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17:28
London Paddington
20:05
Wakefield Westgate
2h 37m, DirectLNER
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18:00
London Paddington
20:36
Wakefield Westgate
2h 36m, DirectLNER
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18:18
London Paddington
21:02
Wakefield Kirkgate
2h 44m, DirectGrand Central
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18:28
London Paddington
21:02
Paris
2h 34m, DirectLNER
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London Paddington to Wakefield Train Route Details

First train
First train
08:03
Last train
Last train
23:57
Departure station
Departure station
London Paddington
Arrival station
Arrival station
Wakefield
Journey time
Journey time
2h 27m
Distance
Distance
258 km
Price
Price
£19.30*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, Thameslink, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Wakefield

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between London Paddington and Wakefield, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
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 Paddington 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 Paddington 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from London Paddington to Wakefield, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
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 Paddington to Wakefield train ticket types

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