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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Wakefield to Liverpool. The train trip from Wakefield to Liverpool is usually about 2 hours and 26 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest TransPennine Express train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 64 mi (103 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 22m |
| Lowest price | £45.28 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Wakefield to Liverpool?
2 train services operate from Wakefield to Liverpool. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 1 | 2h 30m | £45.28 |
| TransPennine Express | 1 | 2h 22m | £45.28 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
TransPennine Express train tickets from Wakefield to Liverpool start from £45, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 TransPennine Express schedules to Liverpool. TransPennine Express in Wakefield leaves from Wakefield Kirkgate Station . And in Liverpool trains arrive at Liverpool Lime Street Station .
From Wakefield to Liverpool train travel on TransPennine Express takes 2 hours and 22 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Wakefield to Liverpool. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Wakefield at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 06:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Wakefield twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Liverpool to Wakefield.
City Information
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Wakefield?
Main departure station: Wakefield Kirkgate Station
There are two stations in Wakefield where you can board the train to Liverpool.
All train stations in Wakefield:
Wakefield Kirkgate Station
Wakefield Westgate
Where is the train station in Liverpool?
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Main arrival station: Liverpool Lime Street Station
Liverpool's main rail terminus, Lime Street Station, was opened in 1836, making it the oldest operating mainline rail station in the world. It receives regular services from London via TransPennine Express. Local Merseyrail services arrive and depart from under the main station concourse. Here you'll find several stores and restaurants, as well as coffee shops such as Starbucks, restrooms, and luggage lockers. Long-distance National Express and Megabus coaches depart from the coach station at Liverpool One shopping mall, a six-minute walk away.
Train stations in Liverpool:
Liverpool Lime Street Station
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