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Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Stansted to Wakefield. The train trip from Stansted to Wakefield is usually about 3 hours and 33 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Greater Anglia + Connections train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 31 minutes.
| Distance | 142 mi (229 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 31m |
| Lowest price | £93.07 |
| Most frequent service | CrossCountry + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Stansted to Wakefield?
2 train services operate from Stansted to Wakefield. CrossCountry + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry + Connections | 5 | 3h 34m | £93.07 |
| Greater Anglia + Connections | 3 | 3h 32m | £93.07 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Stansted to Wakefield start from £93, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Wakefield. CrossCountry + Connections in Stansted leaves from Stansted Airport Train Station . And in Wakefield trains arrive at Outwood .
From Stansted to Wakefield train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 3 hours and 34 minutes. If you are looking to get to Wakefield faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 31 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, CrossCountry + Connections offers 5 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Wakefield.
Greater Anglia + Connections train tickets from Stansted to Wakefield start from £93, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Greater Anglia + Connections schedules to Wakefield. Greater Anglia + Connections in Stansted leaves from Stansted Airport Train Station . And in Wakefield trains arrive at Outwood .
From Stansted to Wakefield train travel on Greater Anglia + Connections takes 3 hours and 32 minutes. If you are looking to get to Wakefield faster, Greater Anglia + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 31 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Greater Anglia + Connections offers 3 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Wakefield.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Stansted and Wakefield is approximately 142 miles, or 229 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 33 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 31 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Stansted to Wakefield tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Stansted at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Stansted?
Main departure station: Stansted Airport Train Station
There is one train station in Stansted.
All train stations in Stansted:
Stansted Airport Train Station
Where is the train station in Wakefield?
Main arrival station: Outwood
Wakefield has one train station.
Train stations in Wakefield:
Outwood
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