How much does a train ticket cost from Derby to Wakefield?

The cheapest train tickets from Derby to Wakefield start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £93. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Derby to Wakefield?

The average train journey time from Derby to Wakefield is 1h 2m, covering a distance of 53 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Derby to Wakefield route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Derby to Wakefield?

The earliest train from Derby to Wakefield departs at 07:33. And the latest train departs at 19:45.

Train Derby to Wakefield from £16

Next train departures

Next departures from Derby to Wakefield on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:45	Derby	1h 1m	10:46	Wakefield Westgate	Cheapest
Train	17:17	Derby	1h	18:17	Wakefield Westgate	Fastest
Train	07:45	Derby	1h 3m	08:48	Wakefield Westgate	No tags
Train	07:45	Derby	1h 3m	08:48	Wakefield Westgate	No tags
Train	08:45	Derby	1h 1m	09:46	Wakefield Westgate	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Wakefield on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:33	Derby	1h 15m	08:48	Wakefield Westgate	CheapestFastest
Train	07:33	Derby	1h 15m	08:48	Wakefield Westgate	No tags
Train	08:18	Derby	1h 28m	09:46	Wakefield Westgate	No tags
Train	08:18	Derby	1h 28m	09:46	Wakefield Westgate	No tags
Train	08:55	Derby	1h 46m	10:41	Wakefield Westgate	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 09:37 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Derby to Wakefield

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Wakefield. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

53 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average price£16 - £134	Average duration1h 2m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£10 - £11	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £16

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Derby to Wakefield by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Derby to Wakefield?
The cheapest train tickets from Derby to Wakefield start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £93. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Derby to Wakefield?
The average train journey time from Derby to Wakefield is 1h 2m, covering a distance of 53 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Derby to Wakefield route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Derby to Wakefield?
The earliest train from Derby to Wakefield departs at 07:33. And the latest train departs at 19:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

£29

10/12

£18

Today

£16

12/12

£42

13/12

£42

14/12

No data

15/12

No data

16/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Derby to Wakefield was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Derby to Wakefield as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £16 to £127 for a train ticket from Derby to Wakefield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £42, which is on 2025-12-12.