How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Wakefield?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Wakefield start from $104. The average price for this train route is around $112. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Wakefield?

The average train ride duration from Edinburgh to Wakefield is 3h 22m, covering a distance of 171 miles (275 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 18m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Edinburgh to Wakefield route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , London North Eastern Railway , Transpennine Express .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Edinburgh to Wakefield?

The earliest train departs from Edinburgh to Wakefield at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 4:30pm.

What is the best train operator from Edinburgh 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 46 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Wakefield?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Edinburgh to Wakefield?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh 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 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Train Edinburgh to Wakefield from $94

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Wakefield on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:05pm	Waverley	3h 21m	7:26pm	Wakefield Westgate	CheapestFastest
Train	3:04pm	Waverley	3h 22m	6:26pm	Wakefield Westgate	No tags
Train	3:04pm	Waverley	3h 22m	6:26pm	Wakefield Westgate	No tags
Train	4:05pm	Waverley	3h 21m	7:26pm	Wakefield Westgate	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Edinburgh to Wakefield

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Wakefield. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

171 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average Price$104 - $129	Average Duration3h 22m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$33 - $35	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/546 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi3.9

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi5

Transpennine Express

3.5/523 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi5

GB train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Wakefield by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Wakefield?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Wakefield start from $104. The average price for this train route is around $112. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Wakefield?
The average train ride duration from Edinburgh to Wakefield is 3h 22m, covering a distance of 171 miles (275 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 18m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Edinburgh to Wakefield route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Edinburgh to Wakefield?
The earliest train departs from Edinburgh to Wakefield at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 4:30pm.
What is the best train operator from Edinburgh 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 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Wakefield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Edinburgh to Wakefield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh 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 4.7 out of 5 stars.