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Trip Summary
You can pick from 7 daily train trips between Swindon and Wakefield. The average train journey from Swindon to Wakefield takes 4 hours and 37 minutes, but some Great Western Railway + Connections train trips are as short as 4 hours and 6 minutes.
| Distance | 148 mi (237 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 6m |
| Lowest price | £110.19 |
| Most frequent service | Great Western Railway + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Swindon to Wakefield?
Great Western Railway + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Swindon to Wakefield. However, there are 7 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Western Railway + Connections | 7 | 4h 37m | £110.19 |
Great Western Railway + Connections train tickets from Swindon to Wakefield start from £110, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 Great Western Railway + Connections schedules to Wakefield. Great Western Railway + Connections in Swindon leaves from Swindon (Wilts) . And in Wakefield trains arrive at Outwood and 3 other train stations.
From Swindon to Wakefield train travel on Great Western Railway + Connections takes 4 hours and 37 minutes. If you are looking to get to Wakefield faster, Great Western Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 6 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Swindon and Wakefield is approximately 148 miles, or 237 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 37 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 6 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 from Swindon to Wakefield are the most crowded on Friday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Swindon at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00. 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 7 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.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Wakefield to Swindon.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Swindon?
Main departure station: Swindon (Wilts)
There is one train station in Swindon.
All train stations in Swindon:
Swindon (Wilts)
Where is the train station in Wakefield?
Main arrival station: Sandal & Agbrigg
There are more train stations and stops in Wakefield than most cities. Most trains from Swindon will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Wakefield:
Train stations in Wakefield:
Sandal & Agbrigg
Outwood
Wakefield Westgate
Wakefield Kirkgate
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