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Trip Summary
You can pick from 20 daily train trips between Wakefield and Penryn. The average train journey from Wakefield to Penryn takes 11 hours and 44 minutes, but some CrossCountry + Connections train trips are as short as 6 hours and 56 minutes.
Distance | 287 mi (462 km) |
Fastest train | 6h 56m |
Lowest price | €218.18 |
Most frequent service | Northern Rail + Connections |
Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Wakefield to Penryn?
There are 3 train lines with service from Wakefield to Penryn. Northern Rail + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 13 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
CrossCountry + Connections | 5 | 12h 36m | €237.16 |
London North Eastern Railway + Connections | 2 | 7h 50m | €218.18 |
Northern Rail + Connections | 13 | 12h 0m | €234.61 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Wakefield to Penryn start from €218, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Penryn. CrossCountry + Connections in Wakefield leaves from Wakefield Westgate . And in Penryn trains arrive at Penryn (Cornwall) .
From Wakefield to Penryn train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 12 hours and 36 minutes. If you are looking to get to Penryn faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 56 minutes.
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Wakefield to Penryn start from €218, and on average cost . Daily there are 13 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Penryn. Northern Rail + Connections in Wakefield leaves from Wakefield Kirkgate and one other station. And in Penryn trains arrive at Penryn (Cornwall) .
From Wakefield to Penryn train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 12 hours and 0 minutes. If you are looking to get to Penryn faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 56 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Wakefield and Penryn is approximately 287 miles, or 462 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 44 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 56 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Wakefield to Penryn on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Wakefield at 11:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 20 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 Penryn to Wakefield.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Wakefield?
Main departure station: Wakefield Kirkgate
Wakefield has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Penryn.
All train stations in Wakefield:
Wakefield Kirkgate
Wakefield Westgate
Sandal & Agbrigg
Where is the train station in Penryn?
Main arrival station: Penryn (Cornwall) Station
Penryn has one train station.
Train stations in Penryn:
Penryn (Cornwall) Station
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