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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Waverley | Wakefield Westgate | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Waverley | Wakefield Westgate | No tags | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Wakefield Westgate | No tags | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Wakefield Westgate | No tags | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Wakefield Westgate | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Edinburgh to Wakefield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Wakefield. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$90 - $332 | Average Duration3h 15m | 7kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$25 - $39 | Average Duration4h 40m | 12kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Wakefield by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Wakefield?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Wakefield start from $90. The average price for this train route is around $110. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Wakefield?
The average train ride duration from Edinburgh to Wakefield is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 171 miles (275 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 14m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Edinburgh to Wakefield route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Edinburgh to Wakefield?
The earliest train departs from Edinburgh to Wakefield at 7:04am. And the latest train departs at 6:07pm.
What is the best train operator from Edinburgh 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 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Wakefield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Edinburgh to Wakefield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Edinburgh 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 4.6 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 Edinburgh to Wakefield was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $87To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Wakefield, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $87 to $316 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Wakefield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $105 which is on 2025-12-14.
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