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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Peterborough | Wakefield Kirkgate | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Peterborough | Wakefield Westgate | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Peterborough | Wakefield Westgate | No tags | ||||
| Train | Peterborough | Wakefield Kirkgate | No tags | ||||
| Train | Peterborough | Wakefield Westgate | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Peterborough to Wakefield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Wakefield. The journey takes about 1 hour 8 minutes and with fares starting at just R 686, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 686 - R 2 680 | Average duration1h 8m | 4kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 204 - R 204 | Average duration1h 30m | 6kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Peterborough to Wakefield by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Peterborough to Wakefield?
The cheapest train tickets from Peterborough to Wakefield start from R 686. The average price for this train route is around R 1 455. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Peterborough to Wakefield?
The average train journey time from Peterborough to Wakefield is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 149 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 6m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.
Which train operators serve the Peterborough to Wakefield route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Peterborough to Wakefield?
The earliest train from Peterborough to Wakefield departs at 07:29. And the latest train departs at 20:00.
Which is the best train operator from Peterborough to Wakefield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Grand Central, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Peterborough to Wakefield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Peterborough to Wakefield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Grand Central, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Peterborough to Wakefield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Peterborough to Wakefield was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 307To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Peterborough to Wakefield as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 307 to R 2 594 for a train ticket from Peterborough to Wakefield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 307, which is on 2026-02-02.
Usually London North Eastern Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
