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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Glasgow Central | Wakefield Kirkgate | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Glasgow Central | Wakefield Westgate | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Glasgow Central | Wakefield Westgate | No tags | ||||
| Train | Glasgow Central | Wakefield Kirkgate | No tags | ||||
| Train | Glasgow Central | Wakefield Westgate | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Glasgow to Wakefield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Wakefield. The journey takes about 4 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just £56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£56 - £267 | Average duration4h 52m | 7kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£30 - £30 | Average duration4h | 13kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glasgow to Wakefield by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Glasgow to Wakefield?
The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Wakefield start from £56. The average price for this train route is around £105. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Wakefield?
The average train journey time from Glasgow to Wakefield is 4h 52m, covering a distance of 186 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 27m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Glasgow to Wakefield route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Glasgow to Wakefield?
The earliest train from Glasgow to Wakefield departs at 07:09. And the latest train departs at 17:09.
Which is the best train operator from Glasgow to Wakefield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Glasgow to Wakefield?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Glasgow to Wakefield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Glasgow to Wakefield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Wakefield was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £47To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Glasgow to Wakefield as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £47 to £254 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Wakefield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £55, which is on 2025-12-16.
