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From Leeds to Wakefield in style
Relax and unwind as you speed effortlessly between Leeds and Wakefield. Travelling with LNER means you'll arrive at your destination feeling refreshed and relaxed.
With our price promise, you'll also get the best priced LNER tickets on the LNER App.
Average travel time
0h 14m
Distance
8 miles
Today's train times
Upcoming direct journeys for Leeds to Wakefield Trains

Get a little extra with your journey
Not only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.
When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:
Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
2% back on all LNER journeys
Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.
How to book cheap tickets for a Leeds to Wakefield train
Book your Leeds to Wakefield train in advance
Buying your Leeds to Wakefield train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to [[$shortcode-advance-book-savings-percentage]]* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to [[$shortcode-advance-book-savings-percentage]]* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your train from Leeds to Wakefield with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest Leeds to Wakefield trains
Access the best train fares between Leeds and Wakefield easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
Book your Leeds to Wakefield train in advance
Buying your Leeds to Wakefield train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to [[$shortcode-advance-book-savings-percentage]]* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to [[$shortcode-advance-book-savings-percentage]]* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your train from Leeds to Wakefield with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest Leeds to Wakefield trains
Access the best train fares between Leeds and Wakefield easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
* Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
Take the train from Leeds to Wakefield with LNER
Taking the train from Leeds to Wakefield is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 8 miles, our trains to Wakefield to Leeds take just 0h 14m.
Once on-board, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat, browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious Leeds to Wakefield train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats, complimentary food and drinks, and use of our First Class lounge at Leeds.
Related FAQs
Are there direct trains between Leeds and Wakefield?
Are there direct trains between Leeds and Wakefield?
Yes, direct LNER trains run from Leeds to Wakefield, a journey that normally takes just over 0h 14m.
During the week, there are approximately 32 direct LNER trains per day between 05:05 and 20:45.
Which rail lines go through Wakefield Westgate?
Which rail lines go through Wakefield Westgate?
Wakefield Westgate station is managed by LNER, and the train lines through it are LNER, CrossCountry and Northern Trains.
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
We don't offer a student discount however, you can purchase a 16-25 Railcard and save 1/3 on train tickets.
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Cancelled train
In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.
If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:
- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’
- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’
- Enter your details and submit your request
Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?
If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.
Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?
On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.