How much is the train ticket from Wakefield to Leeds?

The cheapest train tickets from Wakefield to Leeds start from R 69. The average price for this train route is around R 121. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Wakefield to Leeds?

The average train journey time from Wakefield to Leeds is 14m, covering a distance of 10 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Wakefield to Leeds route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 23 trains available per day, including services from Northern , London North Eastern Railway , CrossCountry , Transpennine Express .

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

The earliest train from Wakefield to Leeds departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:55.

Which is the best train operator from Wakefield to Leeds?

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 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wakefield to Leeds?

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 Wakefield to Leeds?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wakefield to Leeds?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Wakefield to Leeds from R 58

Next train departures

Next departures from Wakefield to Leeds on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:01	Wakefield Westgate	13m	15:14	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	15:59	Outwood	11m	16:10	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:14	Wakefield Westgate	17m	07:31	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:47	Wakefield Westgate	15m	08:02	Leeds	No tags
Train	15:01	Wakefield Westgate	13m	15:14	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Wakefield to Leeds on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:14	Wakefield Westgate	17m	07:31	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	07:03	Outwood	12m	07:15	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:23	Wakefield Kirkgate	21m	07:44	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:47	Wakefield Westgate	15m	08:02	Leeds	No tags
Train	15:01	Wakefield Westgate	13m	15:14	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Wakefield to Leeds on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:16	Wakefield Westgate	19m	09:35	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	09:59	Outwood	11m	10:10	Leeds	Fastest
Train	08:55	Wakefield Westgate	17m	09:12	Leeds	No tags
Train	09:47	Wakefield Westgate	15m	10:02	Leeds	No tags
Train	15:06	Wakefield Westgate	15m	15:21	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Wakefield to Leeds on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:11	Wakefield Westgate	14m	15:25	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	07:59	Outwood	11m	08:10	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:15	Wakefield Westgate	17m	07:32	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:48	Wakefield Westgate	14m	08:02	Leeds	No tags
Train	15:06	Wakefield Westgate	15m	15:21	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Wakefield to Leeds on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:11	Wakefield Westgate	14m	15:25	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	07:59	Outwood	11m	08:10	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:15	Wakefield Westgate	17m	07:32	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:48	Wakefield Westgate	14m	08:02	Leeds	No tags
Train	15:06	Wakefield Westgate	15m	15:21	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Wakefield to Leeds on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:16	Wakefield Westgate	19m	15:35	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	07:59	Outwood	11m	08:10	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:15	Wakefield Westgate	17m	07:32	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:48	Wakefield Westgate	14m	08:02	Leeds	No tags
Train	15:06	Wakefield Westgate	15m	15:21	Leeds	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Wakefield to Leeds

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

20mAverage duration

14 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 108 - R 110	Average duration25m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 69 - R 193	Average duration14m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 87 - R 87	Average duration20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi5

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wakefield to Leeds 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 Wakefield to Leeds?
The cheapest train tickets from Wakefield to Leeds start from R 69. The average price for this train route is around R 121. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wakefield to Leeds?
The average train journey time from Wakefield to Leeds is 14m, covering a distance of 10 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Wakefield to Leeds route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 23 trains available per day, including services from Northern, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wakefield to Leeds?
The earliest train from Wakefield to Leeds departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:55.
Which is the best train operator from Wakefield to Leeds?
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 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wakefield to Leeds?
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 Wakefield to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wakefield to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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

R 109

10/12

R 71

Today

R 71

12/12

R 71

13/12

R 64

14/12

R 65

15/12

R 58

16/12

R 58

The cheapest trip from Wakefield to Leeds was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 58

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

You can expect to pay from R 58 to R 181 for a train ticket from Wakefield to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 58, which is on 2025-12-15.

Usually CrossCountry, 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.