Train from Glasgow to Wakefield: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Glasgow to Wakefield on 26 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Glasgow Central
Wakefield KirkgateNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Glasgow Central
Wakefield KirkgateNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Glasgow Central
Wakefield KirkgateNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Glasgow Central
Wakefield KirkgateNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Glasgow Central
Wakefield KirkgateNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Glasgow to Wakefield

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Wakefield. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just €98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
4h 45mAverage duration
300 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€98 - €302Average duration4h 45m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€23 - €23Average duration4h 10m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glasgow 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Glasgow to Wakefield?

    The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Wakefield start from €98. The average price for this train route is around €99. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Wakefield?

    The average train journey time from Glasgow to Wakefield is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 300 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 38m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Glasgow to Wakefield route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Glasgow to Wakefield?

    The earliest train from Glasgow to Wakefield departs at 07:48. And the latest train departs at 15:05.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Glasgow to Wakefield?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Glasgow to Wakefield?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Glasgow to Wakefield?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Glasgow to Wakefield?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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